Preity Zinta reacts to Bollywood's silence during India-Pakistan tensions: ‘Being an army kid…”

As tensions between India and Pakistan simmered down with a ceasefire last weekend, the internet remained ablaze. Operation Sindoor and the tragic Pahalgam terror attack dominated social media discourse, yet Bollywood’s A-listers appeared unusually quiet. While netizens called out the silence, accusing some celebrities of prioritising their international fan base over patriotism, actor Preity Zinta chose not to stay silent.

Absolutely ! Wait for some new exciting announcements ❤️👊💕 Ting ! https://t.co/lzpzdvmNdF

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025

Preity Zinta’s AMA session with fans

During a recent #AskMeAnything session on Twitter, Zinta was questioned about the Bollywood brigade’s hush-hush approach to the conflict. Known for her candour and having often spoken about national issues, Preity did not hold back. She clarified that she could not speak for others, as every individual processes conflict differently. However, she acknowledged that, being an army kid, such events strike an especially personal chord for her.

Yes of course ! Those are the days when it’s best to stay away from me …… 😂😂😂 https://t.co/TKua1wSSwv

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025

Preity Zinta’s childhood

According to Zinta, growing up in a fauji (army) household gave her a firsthand view of the sacrifices made by military families. She stated that the emotional toll on the families, mothers, wives, and children who lose their loved ones to duty, is something civilians often fail to understand. It is this raw, lived experience that fuels her outspokenness. She went on to describe how, at times, army families seem even stronger than the soldiers themselves.

I cannot speak for everyone else as people process things differently. Being a fauji kid and coming from an army background, these things hit close to my heart, so I am very vocal about how I feel ❤️ I have seen the grit , the sweat, the blood, the tears up close. Sometimes I… https://t.co/RySrNYlIEc

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025

Her powerful words highlighted the quiet resilience of these families and reminded followers that their sacrifices go far beyond the battlefield. In doing so, she subtly yet firmly addressed the lack of similar acknowledgement from her peers in the industry.

Preity Zinta's fun AMA sessions

Despite the weighty subject, Zinta did not let the session stay all serious. In true PZ style, she also engaged in some fun banter. When asked how one could get dimples like hers, she humorously revealed that it is technically a muscle defect, cheekily turning an “imperfection” into an endearing life lesson. “Our shortcomings make us human,” she responded, showing once again why fans love her for keeping it real.

Yes I cry when I see it and I cried when we were filming it too ! My first love died in a car crash so this film always hit different 💔 Fun Fact - Most scenes all actors cried naturally…. And Aman’s death scene had everyone crying in front of the camera and behind it too ! https://t.co/p68anYrqDp

— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 13, 2025

While Bollywood stars may often find themselves walking a diplomatic tightrope, Preity Zinta’s bold stance served as a reminder that silence is also a statement, and sometimes, saying something from the heart can make the loudest noise of all.