‘Artists don't fight wars, they win hearts’: Sana Nawaz breaks silence on Pakistan-India tensions

Film actress Sana Nawaz believes that artists have no borders and that their role is to promote peace, not to fight wars.

While addressing journalists in London, she was asked why so many celebrities have remained silent during the recent tensions between Pakistan and India.

“Artists are ambassadors of peace. Their job is not to fight; they are free from the confinement of borders,” she said.

Sana also shared a video of her response on Instagram.

She noted that artists often face criticism regardless of what they do. “The most difficult thing for artists is that even if they speak out on an issue, they are criticised; and even if they remain silent, they are still criticised,” she explained.

While emphasising the global and unifying nature of art, she also acknowledged an artist’s duty to support their country. “Although artists are free from borders, it is still their duty to protect and support their country,” she stated.

She further added, “When it comes to the country and our homeland, artists should stand with their nation, there is no doubt about it.”

Calling the current Pakistan-India situation “a very difficult time for both countries,” Sana Nawaz reiterated that artists are not meant to be involved in conflict. “The job of artists is not to fight,” she said.

She concluded by saying, “Artists live in the hearts of people. They are beyond borders, free from limitations. They are ambassadors of peace and love.”