Lyricist Javed Akhtar said that Hindus have always been tolerant, adding that democracy in India existed because of Hindus at an event in Mumbai on Friday.
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Poet-lyricist Javed Akhtar believes that lyrics in today s songs lack the emotional depth and connection to the story that they once had. He argues that songs are now often played in the background rather than being an integral part of the narrative, leading to forgettable and generic music.
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