Pakistan Is My Second Favourite Country Says Mani Shankar Aiyar | Karan Thapar Interview

[@farhan.zaheer]

I am a pakistani studying in Germany and all my close friends are from India.. from holy, dewali, to durga puja we are all celebrating here ... as a pakistani i would like to endorse each and every word that Mr Aiyar has said.... there is an immense goodwill for India in Pakistan and i am sure once more Indians meet Pakistanis and vice versa this will only improve from here

[@abrakadabbraabk958]

You should tell them what is taught in your school. Who is kafir and when you are planning on gazawa e hind

[@burgan9818]

Mani Shankar Aiyar quoted two lines of Rajiv Ghandi I am a Pakistani working in Kuwait as a Banker and throughout my career my best friends were Indian Hindus and Christians having very pleasent family relationship. My great friend Vasudev Amonker from Goa got me a good position in one of the local Banks and my other friend Mr. Ketan from Bombay has always been there for me supporting in good and bad times. Yes rightly said that each Indian has a little bit of Pakistani and every Pakistani has little bit of Indian in him.

[@marspalk7611]

Your country send terrorist across border keep that in mind.

[@moazamakhtar2298]

Nice to know about your experience. When I came to UK,, I been helped by Indians even they knew I am Pakistani.

[@garygeorge-wi7co]

You have decimated your Hindu population to less than one percent. Please do not lecture us on secularism. Muslims will always be Muslims but everyone else must be secular.

[@usermk99]

Such a great personality Mani Shankar Aiyar. Much respect for the man. A fan from Pakistan.

[@Me_Nishant]

😂🤣

[@fatehsidhu4172]

you can have him dear. invite him and keep him there. don't let him return. many thanks from Bharat.🤣😂🤣😂

[@farnazhesh3741]

As a Pakistani i completely agree with his statement on Zia's rule... That it was more anti Muslim... Lol ... He completely destroyed Pakistani film industry in 1980's, however, at the same time he was best friends with many Bollywood personalities including Shatrughan Sinha and used to host lavish parties for them 😅

[@abidfarooqui4899]

Shatrughan Sinha was his daughter's favorite actor

[@K9H8R]

dosti bani rahe...you are such a hero Karan. A true Indian at heart !!

[@divya9951]

Lol

[@imranmohammed6223]

No shouting, swearing or cursing here. A mature and calm discussion by two grown up men acting their age.

[@mtsardar]

Excellent interview , enjoyed it immensely , a real eye opener . What a wonderful gentleman .Karen is credit to journalism while Mani sahib is true definition of diplomacy . Hats 🎩 off to both , Respect from pakistan 🇵🇰

[@aishaahsan4961]

He is such a wise and well articulated man. I’m a Pakistani and let me say here that Pakistan is a depicted as a rude caricature of what Pakistan actually is. Pakistan is a very resilient and remarkable country, despite all its economic problems and political issues.

[@Pkulkarni9054]

No

[@ashoksarin2736]

Dear Bro - Common masses all over the world more or less are same with - ' Live n let others live! policy !

[@sniperrules7031]

and very resilient and remarkable in producing top class jihadis

[@mkchoudhary5670]

Remarkable country I am laughing for a minute.😂😂😂

[@Manu_brave]

Then why there are terrorists camps exists ?

[@abramgill]

Salutes and many thanks to both of you Mr. Aiyar and Thapar, I am a Pakistani born few years after 1971 and I do respect Indians, Hindus and Christians as humans first and then anyone else. Actually I will not even think about religion as a hurdle in our relationship if it was not Modi's policies, so rightly mentioned by you, of anti Pakistan (and anti minority) and going to the extent of false flags to win some elections. I was in Rawalpindi when my son was born and I took him to Dr.Jai Krishan as his first paediatrician because my cousin knew him as a good paediatrician in Islamabad. Similarly when we live abroad we see our Indian friends to be more friendly, understanding and similar in culture than anyone else. Like an Indian man met me and asked where I was from and when I said Rawalpindi, he quickly related and said I know Shoaib Akhtar, the Rawalpindi express from there!! So finally I hear someone influential other than common Indian people who also want to be friends with Pakistan and are expressing their feelings. Actually Mr. M.A. Jinnah himself once mentioned that he wants Pakistan and India to be friends like US and Canada. How nice would it be if someone like Mr. Kejriwal (CM), who wants all good for all humans, is PM in India. I think Imran Khan has had discussions with him for advice about system improvement and he gave useful tips to him too. Thanks again for telling your story, your book, being bold and defiant as well as speaking up about this issue. Best wishes!

[@absarashraf1808]

Hi Karan Sahab, it's Absar from Pakistan. It's always a pleasure to watch your program. I am honored to go through your book "The Devil's Advocate" and waiting for another detailed Autobiography of yours'. Sir, people like you, Najam Sethi, Sheikhar Gupta, your guest Manishankar Sahab are doves of peace. I hope sanity prevails on both the sides and the common men of both the respective countries get to know each other.❤❤❤

[@hunk9730]

Sanity only prevails if insanity Islam vanishes

[@faruqueahmed8088]

I am a Bangladeshi born US National. My father was from India. So I always have huge curiosity for India and Pakistan. A lot of thanks for Karan Sab for introducing an awesome man in this interview.

[@gopinathkumar]

Pakistan's problem is not the economy.......... it is islam Please support and protect ex muslims, their lives are in danger. Thank you 🙏

[@bhuvanajagarapu7977]

Do not fall for this conning fox’s . Please read some history . Those people will sold their months and daughter any price .

[@sajO5754]

@@gopinathkumar The problem in India is not poverty but Hinduism. Help people india being forcefully converted.

[@JSvlog-eh2yp]

​@@sajO5754100% agreed with you they are targeting Christianity' every day 🙏🇮🇳

[@ahsanzaheer5636]

As a Pakistani I a m really listening to him as an elder brother it's amazing to know how senciere he is regarding the good relationship of India Pakistan he is phenomenal thank you sir for your true words

[@mahagurudevinmyheartinmyso829]

Give him a Noble prize🤣🤣🤣🤣or did he get a NOBLE PRICE 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@vadularama2977]

As he is ignoble, Nobel prize will never be given to him. You spelt it ‘noble’ and the prize is not given to noble persons most of the time. It’s rather ignoble in that sense.

[@sureshgopalakrishnan9732]

Please take him. Treat this as our gift.

[@SigmaRulesEdit-g3v]

@@sureshgopalakrishnan9732 both of you are idts he is a human with choice and he is out father's age have respect he is not your or mine brother

[@cass6885]

MSA is a secret Katua.He needs to live in a Katua land.@@vadularama2977

[@mohsinafzaal7159]

This is such an awesome interview and as a Pakistani it brought tears to my eyes ….. I have nothing but praise for both of you….❤❤❤

[@beulahlad3576]

Love from India 🇮🇳🌹

[@anandkapdi4822]

Love from India ❤ 🇮🇳

[@pankajkr2649]

Love from India

[@MagD12361]

Aiyar never actually understood the Pakistani mindset. In fact, he was only able to understand the Sindhi mindset since he was posted in Karachi. The Pakistani Punjabis are completely different. They are monsters with very evil intentions. The Punjabis control Pakistan and hence Pakistan's mindset is equal to the Pakostani Punjabis mindset.

[@nicolasflamel3489]

Please take them both. But first, educate us on what happens to their souls after death?

[@uttamkamble6065]

Glad to listen Manishankar. Clear and soft presentation.

[@vikrammehta5264]

mani dog, gandi naali ka keeda

[@Qasibr]

As a Pakistani, Mani Shankar Aiyar ji seems like a remarkable man. His solution of India doing a "good will blitzkrieg" seems very idealistic though. He's right, Pakistanis would respond favourably to this. *But*, it seems very unlikely that the Hindutva government would be able to stomach something like this. Not only do they say "go to Pakistan" to Indian Muslims, there's a great deal of "gear wapsi" targeted at Christians and every other minority too. Here's hoping people like Shri Mani Shankar Aiyar ji get to make decisions about the future of our relations.

[@DhavalParmar-i2v]

@@Qasibr be realistic vajpayee bought bus to Lahore and modi invited sharif for his swearing in and visited Lahore impromptu were those not good gestures ? What did India got in return Kargil and pulwama. You can blame modi or “hindutva” elements but in reality they have only retaliated after good gestures were met by attack on Indian sovereignty.

[@abdulaziesm3615]

Mr.Manishankar is a nationalist whose humanity transcends the international borders and he deserves to be a world citizen.

[@adityabanerjee7145]

He is a Pakistani nationalist................like you

[@rahulbindas1]

and a bastard too

[@michealanderson2282]

please take him and keep in pakistan.

[@sujithkumar2041]

@@adityabanerjee7145How true Mani was about Hindutva - this comment was on dot.

[@Mariam-iu2qb]

Relations with Pakistan was so super duper wonderful during the Manmohan Singh years that Pakistan personally delivered celebrations and firecrackers to Mumbai to express their sincere appreciation.

[@arunmarwaha6724]

Terrorism from Pakistan was at its peak in those ten years. Infact, vajpayee era too had plenty of terrorist acts from across the border. Both were very soft persons and unfit to be PM of Bharat bcoz of enemies like China and Pakistan as neighbour.

[@muhammadzafar420]

Every Indian should watch this interview....eye opening.....

[@rn96]

Isko leke jao bhai pls. Mumbai attack Kargil war 71 war

[@garygeorge-wi7co]

If any eyes need to be opened, it is yours. Your obsession for religion is mind boggling.

[@ashisdatta9248]

Forget about this self obsessed vip sir when he was there think about non Muslim mass who were assassinated assaulted torcherd raped and kicked out because of their religion.,

[@ajmalhossain3295]

Excellent interview. Eye opener.

[@donjames7647]

@@rn96pakistan had thosend attacks by Indians government RAW . Kulboshan will be hanged soon . Abhinandan indian terrorist pilot was given back to india he should have also been hanged in prison

[@navdeep4350]

He confirmed what I always sensed and felt

[@Bruh-jw2ze]

Please shift there then

[@RimshaBakht]

It is one of the best video i have ever seen about Pakistan .You two have earned my respect. Love from Pakistan ..

[@thebittertruth3514]

Please invite him in Pakistan🙏 and provide citizenship of your country. I heard that Pakistan export donkeys to China.

[@abrakadabbraabk958]

They are Pakistanis living in India with Indian names. You can take them to paxstan if they wish it would be good riddance for India

[@vishalmehta3381]

Respect from India. Please vote consciously.

[@PremaSaklani-ol8vu]

I am a teacher and I had 7 Pakistani students in my class in 2015.They were a delight to teach and I still keep in touch with them and their families. We are so similar in our food habits, clothes , language etc but I have never come across any one who has shown such respect to me. We need to change our mind set and love people irrespective of their background and religion.

[@JJ-hp6mb]

Yeah, the first step is to ban all extremist organisations which spread hatred and violence among people.

[@gjoswal256]

We have Muslims in the positions so who should change it. I have Paki friend too and his views about Hindus were disgusting . They might be good to you because you were a teacher. I have seen many in Canada.

[@VinciMartins]

You were a teacher and had Pakistanis as students. But imagine the other way around. I know of two instances, one involving a close friend and my school classmate. In the late 70s he was in England for higher studies, he had a Pakistani teacher/lecturer/guide what one may call them. The guy was obviously not pleasant, while my friend cleared his writtens well in practicals and viva he would fail him. Since they had to clear eventually I suppose as per system there, he cleared him with absolutely low grades. 40 years down the line, my son, who was in UK had the worst experience with his Pakistani professor. While on holidays, everyone goes home, and so did my son, and he even informed this guy about it as a matter of courtesy and he said yes. While 2 days on holiday in Europe, he summoned him to say he needed to give him a project and he has to be in college, and if he didn't come, he would fail him. He had to break his family holiday and fly back. Only to be told that he can go back on holidays and he will see once college opens! Isn't it sounds absurd ?

[@gopinathkumar]

Pakistan's problem is not the economy.......... it is islam Please support and protect ex muslims, their lives are in danger. Thank you 🙏

[@onlytruth308]

You are saying so because you were not born before 14/08/1947 in that part of India, you are shame on teachers community.

[@siddharthkohli734]

Delightful and heartwarming rendition of the truth and history of two brother nations. An idea and vision for the future generations!

[@gjoswal256]

😀😀😀

[@AliHussain-li3cp]

We look forward to a peaceful and prosperous South Asia, way better than Europe. There is no point fighting over Kashmir for centuries. Dialogue and peace is the only way forward. Both countries have lost enough sons and enough money. This is absolutely insane to be fighting in this century.

[@gjoswal256]

@@AliHussain-li3cp then stop fighting. Your muslimhood won't allow other religions to live peacefully. You got your Pakistan then stop worrying about we have Hindutva here or not. If you worried about Muslims in India the tell your govt to give them all the facilities and right to make Pakistan their home. Stop doing gazwa e hind and praying in your masjids for our destruction.

[@faizerkhan8248]

Muslim and Hindu have same ancestors. We have same traditions and culture. Only love and respect can bring us together again. We must try our best to create harmony and peace. Faizer khan, from Fremont, USA ❤

[@sureshpeshawaria347]

Having the same ancestors doesn't make the slightest difference... even the two real brothers can have conflicting actions and thoughts...

[@r-vinth7923]

Thanks!

[@Eternaltruth7-k7]

It was the year 2013/2014 when Mani Shankar Aiyer confidently said “Mark my words. In a country like India, Modi will never become PM”. This was followed by the unfortunate chaiwala comment. Later, due to this incident, I understood what it means to be “confidently wrong”.

[@menakirpalani]

That chaiwala comment displays an arrogance that came back to bite him as he well deserved . He was not confidently wrong he was arrogantly wrong. And it served him right. By the way where is he and his party now? Remember when he went to Pakistan and while being interviewed by a Pakistani news channel told them "Pehle toh Modi ko nikalo"? Only a traitor could say such a thing . That is why humne Tumko hi Nikal Diya

[@beulahlad3576]

Wow, .. I just relished this interview, ... very refreshing, beautiful 🌹

[@sohailosmanali6499]

Thank you for this interview with the plain speaking, honest, courageous and intelligent Mani Shankar Aiyar, on his interactions with Pakistan. The open visa policy between India and Pakistan ended after the 1965 war. I recall my late mother always saying that it was a big mistake. Generations would grow up with no interactions and understanding of each other. Mani Shankars talk and his frequent interactions and memories proves the point. He has always been the same honest personality. I am Pakistani and hope Indians have a rethink on their attitudes about Pakistan after listening to this interview. I am pleased he has fond memories of his interactions with Pakistan. Thanks again for this interview.

[@naveenmedishetty5993]

Yes. We have to rethink his citizenship..

[@Indicthoughts898]

Don’t think anyone dislikes regular Pakistanis citizens. Pretty sure people dislike them because of the terrorism and the wars you have gifted us because you refuse to liberate yourself from the rich and the armed. Respectfully please look within

[@aanakrukavi]

Stop teaching Hindus hate in Pakistan curriculum. Stop spending terrorist to India, then we will rethink.

[@Me_Nishant]

He will be send to his second home permanently.

[@karunavenu]

I am glad modi reduced these guys to jokers

[@Rose-g7o4x]

😂😂😂👍👍👍

[@manclt704]

+Karanthapar I was born in Karachi and have lived there for 60 years. I’ve been educated there, earned my living, and explored almost every area of the city. I can affirm that the image presented particularly regarding alcohol consumption, is not accurate. Like many other global cities, a small, corrupt, and uncivilized group might be involved in nefarious activities, but this does not define Karachi at all. I observed that both you and your guest seemed to take particular delight in discussing alcohol 32:14. This discussion appeared to overlook the significant harm alcohol can cause, not just physically but also psychologically and socially. Your joyous conversation about alcohol does not reflect its dangerous impact, an impact so significant that so many counties in the USA are legally marked as "dry." In these areas, alcohol consumption is not allowed, demonstrating a widespread understanding of the potential harm it can cause. This restriction is a deliberate measure to mitigate the detrimental effects of alcohol, a concern so paramount that even it was once outlined in the U.S. Constitution during the era of Prohibition. Believe it or not it is one of the main reasons why India is on top on the number of rape cases in the world, and you know this serious issue is highlighted in a BBC documentary, which is unfortunately banned in your country. The documentary delves into the pervasive harm alcohol causes, contributing to significant problems in India. I want to underscore that this alcohol-related issue is not even remotely the case in Karachi. The city does not condone such behavior, and your portrayal unfairly misrepresents the residents’ values and lifestyles. Our welcoming nature and hospitality stem from our Islamic tradition. Karachi is a vibrant city where people of all nationalities, religions, and colors live happily together, much like in New York City. Thank you for your kind words about the hospitality you experienced in Karachi, and I encourage you to consider the broader picture when discussing topics related to alcohol although legally it is allowed for a non-Muslim to buy and consume alcohol but use common sense and science avoid it completely it is not good for you or your society banning BBC might not solve it while banning “Daru” may serve better. Thanks.

[@HumaDurrani]

Great interview. Thank you, Karan for inviting Mr Aiyar. It was heartwarming to hear him speak about Pakistan favorably.

[@AshokKumar-cz5vl]

Mani's point of view on Pakistan is unusually extraordinary. And, his jargon in this interview is more sophisticated than his ideas and ideology that are popular due to his remarks on various people and issues

[@hariofficial3432]

Love and respect from Karachi Sindh.

[@ramaswamyramakrishna606]

Thank You Mani for opening up your heart on Pakistan. Simply loved the interview. A chapter in the whole book thoroughly discussed. Wonderful idea.I would like to visit Pakistan too one day.

[@santosh4s604]

and settle there.

[@jasha9sandhu]

" did you feel any prejudice as you were a Hindu" Even day before yesterday in rural Sindh, a 12 year old Hindu girl was abducted and forcibly converted and married off to Elderly Muslim Man. Now square the two.

[@jasha9sandhu]

Modi risks his entire political capital - goes to Pakistan, starts peace overtures Pakistani deep state responds with Pulwama and Pathankot These idiots parrots say " pakistanis feel slighted by modi "

[@jasha9sandhu]

" talks and terror don't go with each other" means " our minds are filled with prejudice" 😂😂😂😂

[@jasha9sandhu]

" Hindutva movement has nothing against Islam " True Its against Political Islam & Islamists cutting at edges of Indian civilizational ethos .

[@zulfizulfiqar9377]

Always a pleasure to listen and learn from Mr. Aiyar and Mr. Thapar. Two beautiful and enlightened minds of subcontinent. Respect from 🇵🇰

[@zahidayyub290]

​@RahulSharma-kq7fr he didn't say anything hurting .

[@garygeorge-wi7co]

The brains of our schoolchildren are being programmed for a world other than the one they live in. DAWN

[@bibliophilessalon3882]

Such a beautiful language of love, affection and peace ❤❤❤. May India and Pak become friends.

[@AnwarMasihUddin]

#OneEarthOneFamilyOneFutureOneGod. *Divine law* from our creator to all mankind not be more effective rather than man made policies & amendments Gay-Marriages, Prostitution, Live-in-relationship (Nothing but a suicide) *Licence* to tobacco/cigarette factory. Health killing factories to be legalized just for money business. *Don't trap into vote-bank politics, focus the syllabus of God.*

[@ahmedalsaaidi3714]

WHAT A WONDERFUL INTERVIEW.

[@AlishbaRizviModel]

The same people cannot become eternal enemies just because a colonial power drew some haphazard boundaries in between. I am a Pakistani and I have profound admiration for India and love for all Indians. Hope we can course correct (Both India and Pakistan)

[@Existential_Indian]

Throw away religion based identity, work for synthesis of culture, arts, language, only then it's possible to unite..

[@AlishbaRizviModel]

@@Existential_Indian Yes... Religion should never be the sole identity of a society.. We need to embrace our culture, our origins.. Then we can live in harmony. Also, this is the one thing I have been saying for many years to my friends, to my family. Now I am referred to as a "Leftist"... :)

[@michealanderson2282]

you need to do course correction.First stop terrorism.

[@pankajk3868]

Yes, you are right , your administration and people are so innocent that they slowly made non Muslim extinct from Pakistan. Great show of love. Atheist Jinnah was truthful.

[@AlishbaRizviModel]

@@michealanderson2282 The Kashmir issue, cross border terrorism... These are the issues with the state and not with the people. We need to de-radicalize our society. Also, we need democracy here so the state actually represents it's people. Also, don't mind but India also needs to de-radicalize a bit. The most important thing to do in Pakistani is to get rid of the elite capture... And bring about democracy.

[@junaidahmed1993]

What a remarkable man, Mr. Mani Shankar is. I today understood, why India has become a soft power powerhouse

[@krislo4788]

Ofcourse..anybody who praises your country Pakistan will be a remarkable man

[@Me_Nishant]

😂🤣😂🤣

[@sahibzadashah4440]

Mr Iyer’s interview is most refreshing. My impression, from Indian comments on the Internet is that there are two problems. One is that hate sells well in today’s India. Secondly India’s recent successes have made people very arrogant. I get the sense that Indians feel that they don’t need Pakistan, so why bother to engage. These people don’t realize that both hatred and arrogance are traits that will destroy the rising India. Living in the US , I have always admired the smart and hardworking Indians who were so humble. On the other hand Pakistanis are drowning in their own problems. They are not thinking about India at this time. The situation is bleak. That is why we need sane people like the two of you to come forward. The third largest military is facing the sixth largest . There are nuclear stems on both sides. The current trajectory is towards a disaster.

[@faysalkhanelahi]

23:33 Mahajar doesn't mean those who have done the hajj, Mahajar is someone who migrates.

[@123xyzabccba]

During Zia’s regime Pakistan honoured Sunil Gavaskar with their highest civilian award : Nishan E Pakistan . Has india ever reciprocated ????

[@lol8q]

yes we rember 26 11...thanks nd goodbye

[@jaysahup6563]

i am ready to donate aata for them...as much as their katora can contain. did u hear what shoiab, babar ..yunus has to say...i guess better to reciprocate to them ! so my reply to babar azam...kufr is back !

[@FreddieMurphy746]

Seriously? Only two indian citizens who got Nishan-e-Pakistan were Morarji Desai, and Dilip Kumar.

[@nicolasflamel3489]

They gave the same award to Morarji Desai for dismantling R&AW built meticulously over decades. If they had their way they would give one to Sonia/Rahul/Mamata as well for their services, but it will harm her in today's social media age.

[@FreddieMurphy746]

@@nicolasflamel3489 When did Sunil Gavaskar get Nishaan-e-Pakistan?

[@HankZadid]

Anyone who finds an enemy nation interesting is not enlightened until set on fire 🔥 by his/her ideology. That is true of Mr. Iyer 💎

[@abracadabra42]

Hindu population has been decimated in Pakistan bit by bit, person after person. The positive spin by Mr. Aiyar with complete disregard for tens of millions who have suffered at the hands of people of Pakistan, is jarring to say the least.

[@teresavarghese1177]

Yes, China is wonderful.

[@37sairam]

Well said, who cares for Hindus in Pakistan or Bangladesh.. Muslim appeasement is the only philosophy in life for these people

[@anilakkalkot8338]

Wonderful interview.Mani's views are absolutely right

[@adityahs1]

A wonderful and timely interview. Love to my Pakistani brothers and sisters from India.

[@letmethinkv]

Rather brothers in law😂

[@ankugreat5373]

Why don't u go there & live with Pakistani Hindus & Sikhs. Typo : There r only few Pakistani sikhs. 😢

[@smusunuri]

these 2 should be glad that they are living in India.

[@javaidganie7227]

brilliant interview

[@swh5542]

Karan Thapar always an honour to listen to you

[@mohammedshahjahan3051]

A very intriguing conversation between the two sensible and reasonable gentlemen.

[@rajeshwarsingh-t5t]

I hv come across many pakistanis...across continents...n they hv been very warm n hospitable...more than us.. My view hamare dil unse chote hain...aur nazar be...more so in last 10 years....we need to b more objective ... Same khana peena....same boli.. We need to engage not disengage

[@alcinnovations]

"My second favourite country is pakistan" "Ok, now tell us which is your favourite country?"

[@vinnyshama1066]

Answer is China!!!

[@menakirpalani]

Make a list of all countries and groups who are enemies of India. Mani Shankar aiyer loves them all . And put him and his pals at the top of the list.

[@mouseeqhee]

OMG... what an interview!! It's always a pleasure to listen to Mr Mani Shanker Aiyer, a humane human being , an honest and a civilised soul.... we miss his conversations on the regular TV, channels, that even I have stopped watching. I , as a very senior Muslim, whose most of paternal side migrated to Pakistan , do relate to every word that he spoke. I wish people understand him to know what he's saying...His remark that Modi's ire is against Indian muslims , who he thinks are diluting Indian Hindus and Pakistani Muslims as dog whistle is very very true... the gist of the reason of our strained relations Thank you so much, Wire and Mr Karan Thapar for this interview One request for Mr Mani S Aiyer... " Don't get disheartened by not having been included in CWC, I'm sure you'll be delegated some important position, once Congress is elected back to power, when Rahul Gandhi will be in a stronger position ... I wish good luck, better health and that you become the next Minister of External Affairs".....

[@RP01733]

Extremely powerful and though-provoking! Thank you!

[@MOHANKUMAR-qj4ce]

I am an Indian worked in Saudi Arabia I had a friend Pakistani so good

[@imransajid6187]

A wonderful show sir. It certainly made my eyes moist. Salutes and wishes for for peace and friendship across the other side of the border.

[@sniperrules7031]

wishful thinking!! exporting terrorists and friendship can never go together!!

[@codetkr2711]

Bold talk ...speaking from heart ..

[@hongkup]

Have never seen Karan laugh like this in any of his interviews...so pure, must be close to his heart. 👍

[@AMITKUMAR-nf8in]

good observation

[@jaysahup6563]

dil ki baat sun miya khuss ho gaya...but why mani shying to admit pak as his first favorite....and we suggest him to migrate back to his favorite destination.

[@jaysahup6563]

propoganda is secomd name of wire and its subscribers !

[@SRINATHKADIAM-o6f]

Purana Ashiq hein, miya. Haven't you heard of Karan's days as a student in London when Benazir was there as well.

[@user-p7thq3ch8s]

Tabhi toh mai sochu ye aurisski amma ithne sanatanDrohi kyun hai . 🤔

[@navyindian2080]

10 yrs back Mr Aiyar called Narender Modi a neech.. it has been proved True, again and again.

[@intrusionman4157]

They are paying the price for their sin

[@liaqatchaudhry894]

Beautiful talk, I was invited as an international speaker by Indian TB association of PATNA, while I am a Pakistani working as consultant Pulmonologist in Saudi Arabia ..I was not welcomed at Indian Embassy Riyadh, my visa process was still on, while date of my three lectures in that conference passed, I was not given a visa as a Pakistani, the people of vision like Atal Bihari Bajpi, K.L.Advani, and Mani Shanker Aiyar are now in minority..I 100% agree with his words, India is responsible for hatred and enmity if any in the hearts of Pakistanis....India must behave like a big brother or friend than a powerful enemy with Pakistan and must talk...I enjoyed the talk,God bless all those who talk humanity, love and peace.

[@tariqjalil230]

What an awesome diamond heart person,truly blessed person

[@AshKhan42]

Dear Hon. Shankar Iiyar. I watched your interview with Mr. Karan Thapar and enjoyed it immensely. I liked your positive attitude towards the common people of Pakistan and how you enjoyed socializing with them. I have lived in the subcontinent for the first 23 years of my life and now been living overseas for over 58 years. You mentioned about a Kerala teacher, Mr Ayer who happened to be in Sindh just after the partition of the subcontinent and stayed in Pakistan. I happened to be one of his students in 1950's and enjoyed his teaching. He was always comparing the students in his native state of Kerala and how smart those students were compared to us. I regularly travel to both of these countries and enjoy the companionship of people like you who want love and friendship instead of narrow nationalistic views.

[@adityasihag4]

As a Cambridge alumnus, this one was special

[@shreepanicker]

After China? He must count his blessings at being born in a country like Bharat, with the immense patience, tolerance, and acceptance of its Sanatani population. If Iyer had shown the temerity to say the opposite, while living in his "2nd favourite" Pakistan, he would have come back in morsel sized bits😏

[@tanmaysabharwal7]

Such a breath of fresh air in these trying times…a man of such stature having no qualms in sharing a story/ anecdote of love towards a section of society we’ve so easily labelled ‘the other’. Love respect n strength to such voices n minds.

[@krislo4788]

who is the 'other' here?

[@nicolasflamel3489]

Please leave, go there, spread love.

[@docno1117]

Please go breathe the "Fresh air" in Pakistan.

[@gjoswal256]

😀😀tell these stupid story to a 8 year old Hindu in Lahore who don't have a friend becuz he is a Hindu. Two nation theory and gazwa e hind sentiment still exist there.

[@docno1117]

@@gjoswal256 Or he should tell this stupid story to those Hindu families in Sindh whose daughters are abducted every other day and then forcefully converted to Islam to marry off to some Mulla.

[@azizamnunna2503]

One credit must go to Congress. During Congress rule India used to have great attraction for Pakistanis due to its secular outlook. All this has changed after modi's arrival as PM.

[@HasnainUK2009]

Mani you really deserve applause. You have your fingers on the pulse of our difficult relationship. A vast majority of Pakistanis never harboured bad feelings for India or Indians but now it seems the Modi sarkar has done so much damage to the goodwill in Pakistan. I think Mani's way forward of 'uninterrupted and uninterruptable dialogue " makes perfect sense to get out of the quagmire. We have much to earn from friendship. Past should not bog us down from peaceful coexistence in the future

[@rakkhnaka]

The last time we trusted you, you stabbed us in the back with Kargil

[@inamdurrani9259]

​@@rakkhnakabefore that it was siachin..kher nothing is related to the people of Pakistan.. people of Pakistan are extraordinarily hospitable and friendly..but you won't know it because you are never been to Pakistan

[@asgharagha4785]

Learning and educating interview

[@sujithkumar2041]

It’s extraordinary that, North Indians having more in common - in terms of language and culture - with Pakistanis than any South Indians, it took a South Indian like Aiyyar to understand Pakistan better and look more objectively. 😊

[@balajeepratham8200]

He has never lived in TN He has lived in delhi and dehradun and speak hindi

[@tandoori_naan_]

First, north India analogy is older than Pakistan, thus it is so similar, coz culture is 1000s year old n Pak is just 75. Secondly, south is more related to north than pak, coz south kept the culture protected n carried the tradition. The morning routines, rituals, science, n all.

[@trex2498]

With due respect, no, we don't. May be for language a little bit but a big no for culture. Apart from language south and north, both pray to same gods, celebrate few similar festivals, even our festivals and other things are decided on the basis of same hindu calendar which is based on cycles of phases of moon.We all celebrate similar festivals for arrivals of different seasons , beginning of harvest season ,etc. It's ok if south don't want to associate themselves with the North cultures and considers themselves superior, but at least don't set a wrong narrative that pak and north ind have similar cultures.We tie rakhi to our most distant cousin's too and don't think about marrying them someday.

[@bhadwamodi8294]

Mani Shankar Aiyar was born in 1941 in Laxmi Mansions, Lahore in British India.

[@keoweegroup3573]

The problem with Aiyyar is he understands Pakistan better than India, bashing Indian politicians especially BJP, that is not the right way to go about it. His views of Narsimha Rao is also not appropriate. There is a saying in India. Charity begins at home

[@ashoksarin2736]

Mr. Manishakar's experience with Pakistan is not different when an individual interact with Pakistanis in Pakistan, India or any other country. My experience after meeting few Pakistanis in States, Malaysia, Ethiopia, Jammu & Kashmir remained too good to explain. The problem had been crated by Pakistanis rulers / army chiefs, jihadis n militants - across border terrorism just to divert attention of their masses focussing on Kashmir's issue only. Mr. Modi has responded suitably in the manner which was due right from the era of erstwhile government. Please come out of the 'blame - game mindset' now & appreciate the India's standing now at international level!

[@xcel5203]

It takes great courage in these divisive times to stand up and articulate your honest views especially if they are sympathetic to Pakistan. That's why I salute MSI - a very heartwarming and touching confession about our biggest obsession. Whether the two countries can bury the hatchet and resume cordial relations is something that only time can tell but it will definitely be beneficial to the people of both the nations.

[@TransgirlsEnjoyer]

punjabistan will exist, pakistan became bangladesh in 1971 the fake structure will crumble

[@dipoboyrogu9366]

but he will never move to Pakistan permenantly lol 😂 he knows what's up, visitor and resident is different thing.

[@PS-ej2xn]

Don't be silly, brother. These two are practically Pakistani residents of India. No thoughtful or knowledgeable person in India takes these two seriously.

[@xcel5203]

@@PS-ej2xn No thoughtful or knowledgeable person would certify you thoughtful or knowledgeable . Speak for yourself.

[@PS-ej2xn]

@@xcel5203 in the case of these two Pakistani residents of India, I do speak for all thoughtful and knowledgeable citizens of India.

[@judithhalam]

Pakistani politicians even today look very composed with unlimited courtesy and never speak the language the way some our politician use language. When Advaniji visited Pakistan, he must had been deeply touched by the love and warmth he received in Pakistan which led him to praise National Father of Pakistan.

[@gjoswal256]

Yes and then we had terrorist attack and common people suffered and paid for Advaniji's pleasantries.

[@sujeetbastapure]

​@@gjoswal256 These so called peace lovers, how conveniently forgets misdeeds of Pakistan is surprising.

[@gjoswal256]

That really surprise me how can people act so blind and deaf. They are Muslim first and being non Muslim, there is no place for us. Their common people are screaming this, and we are deaf and keep blaming politics between two countries. This is a religion issue and it's on their end. We cannot do anything to make it better. This is suicidal.

[@truthsayer5824]

This man should be ashamed of himself for declaring that Pakistan is his favourite country. What is stopping him from relinquishing his Indian citizenship and live in Pakistan? He can take Karan Thapar with him as well.

[@sulaimancm6510]

Excellent interview 👍👍👏👏

[@GhulamMustaffaDar]

Very unfortunate that Aeyar Sahab is getting older now.He has his own way of recounting his past experiences with utmost exactitude and accuracy which supplements the viewers information.In a nutshell,he is a walking encyclopedia.Beholden to you for arranging such meets.Old is gold.Thank you,sir!

[@sheralibukhari72]

That's always to pleasure to listen in-depth interviews by karan Jee, he is one of my fav journalist of sub-continent From Faisalabad, PK

[@JAQ1988]

Quite insightful…

[@siddique611]

I am neither a Pakistani nor Indian but I had met very nice citizens of both countries in various countries I have lived and worked. I have never listened to such a delightful interview like this before. MSA is a man full of wisdom that enables him go beyond the artificial boundaries that had been created between your two countries.

[@lovelyg...2631]

Big respect for honesty sir from uk❤

[@brahmpalsingh4100]

Only rich Indians create & spread religious, especially muslim hatered in India, on the other hand, as per my personal experience, muslims, in general, love and help any and all poor people all over the world, including India. ❤Jai Hind❤Jai Bharat❤Satyamav Jayate❤Vande Mataram❤

[@docno1117]

1 September 2023 ‘Marry me, or else I will kill you and your family’: Armaan Khan poses as Rahul to trap Hindu girl, threatens her after getting exposed

[@docno1117]

1 September 2023 Hindu girl in live-in relationship with Shakib found hanging in Ghaziabad, Shakib arrested and his father booked after victim’s family alleges harassment

[@docno1117]

31 August 2023 UP: Hindu girl converts to Islam to marry Muslim man, asked to become wife of father-in-law too, tortured and thrown out for refusing

[@docno1117]

27 August 2023 Uttar Pradesh: Zaheer poses as Rahul to lure and rape Hindu minor girl, gets arrested after his wife revealed his original identity

[@docno1117]

25 August 2023 Hindu woman raped as Amir said ‘Qubool hai’ thrice, Nandini, who had converted to Islam, told her she was ‘married’ now, girl forced to read Kalma: Shocking case from Pune

[@rahmatquadri2602]

Mr Iyer is a learned person. I like his thoughts, clear, meaningful. I would buy his book.

[@rabiroy9691]

It is very unfortunate that he is living in India and praising Pakistan so that Indian Muslims may become happy !

[@naheedgk]

What's wrong with that? Why must one hate?

[@sureshharinathbabu9717]

What is your problem gomuthra nagpur half knickers

[@sagarmohanty9655]

Sorry he does not give a Ross about what you think . And that’s awesome

[@lol8q]

​@@naheedgkr u real did u know 26/11

[@mirali3405]

Great interview. Mr. Aiyar is a good and visionary man and does not have hatred in his heart.❤

[@Sa7biUK]

I always loved this man watching him many years ago on NDTV not knowing who the hell he was or why he liked Pakistan so much. I now love him more. Many Indians I used to meet working in US, UK, and UAE in the 00s were very much like this man

[@SamiKhan-vq8ft]

Great interview...really enjoyed the Mani's thoughts and suggestions about moving forward.

[@govindrajan6598]

Iyer is out of sync with the reality. He comes across as naïve and incurable optimist. It is not he Karachi Muslims who run Pakistan but Punjabi Muslims. They are a different breed altogether. They are thoroughly radicalised and are a Global threat. Their antipathy towards Hindus runs very deep and will take generations to overcome. The Modi Government has handled Pakistan excellently. Both China and Pakistan only respects power. Pussy footing and policy of appeasement will not work. The people of Pakistan have now come to realise the reality of their establishment and are in fact more favorably disposed towards India now. Iyer and Karan are living in LaLa land

[@saloraus]

Hit the nail on the head

[@kajalbathija577]

How true

[@junaidiqbal4101]

What a beautiful person lots of love and respect for mani shankar iyer

[@GurmeetSingh-tx5si]

It was a delight to listen to MS and see you smiling/laughing which normally doesn't happen.

[@ursource]

I am proud being Pakistani. I am glad that Iyer Sahab had golden memories of Pakistan. I still remember his office in Karachi. I had been there with my father (who passed away), when he got the visa of India. Iyer Sahab. Grateful to you for your kind words for us. May God bless you, always. Thank you Karan Sahab.

[@rn96]

Iyer ko gar leke jao … bhai aur chichaaa banao 😅

[@athermalik564]

Only sensible and cultured person can talk like this, it is much easier to become a friend than enemy.Hope one day I will have breakfast in Lahore ,lunch in Delhi and dinner in Lahore .

[@abhijitsanyal5602]

I am not a supporter of Modiji, but I love to acknowledge how Modiji has treated Pakistan is superb. What India had earned by talking to Pakistan before 2014.Bomb blast in every corner of country, whethers its train or bus. Militancy in Kashmir. But due to approach of Modiji both has decreased significantly. Due to this kind of person, congress has been down in last 2 elections.

[@iWanderon]

This is a great interview although I have to point out “Mahajir” does not mean “those who performed the hajj” it simply means “a migrant’ or someone who migrated for a good cause.

[@danlee7867]

Show this interview to the widows of Indian Army soldiers who lost their lives, thanks to the Congress's second-favorite country, CHATURAK, and its anti-India stance.

[@shahidarizvi4736]

Brilliant interview from beginning to end.

[@ibrahim72001]

Heartwarming ❤❤

[@muslimuddinahmedshimul9252]

May peace and friendship prevail all over the subcontinent

[@cass6885]

Teach that to Pakistanis first.

[@sniperrules7031]

@@cass6885 100% agreed!!

[@letmethinkv]

Never forget 26/11

[@hemangoza3107]

Mr.Thapar all these years have mastered the art of putting the words in others'mouths. Not referring to only this interview but in general all the interviews have predetermined conclusions and all the questions / conversations get directed towards that goal. Sad to see so many viewers get driven by this.

[@webkoof_speaks1920]

Aiyyar is one of the most educated And great Congressman , I respect him for his knowledge And predictions, Long Live Sir ❤️🙌

[@ashar51412]

Absolutely great interview, Congrat to both of you guys. Mani Shankar g is a Great man having Big Heart< Salam Shankar G, from Lahore

[@hussainahmad6408]

One of the most brilliant diplomats we are proud of.Lucky to have met him.

[@shahriyarkhan6077]

Mani Shankar Iyer is a real statesman who always preaches harmony and peace. Such a great man. Congress should appoint next foreign minister. Thanks Karan Thapar for inviting him and taking such a good interview

[@divya9951]

Ya that why 26/11 happen in congress era and they didn't even respond that