Does Zakir Hussain Believe Mantras Can Heal People?
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Key Takeaways
- Zakir Hussain emphasizes the importance of ancient spiritual practices.
- Mantras were historically believed to facilitate healing.
- The film ‘The Taj Story’ presents a new perspective on the Taj Mahal.
- It features a courtroom drama exploring historical narratives.
- Both the film and Hussain’s insights provoke thought about spirituality in modern health.
Mumbai, Nov 2 (NationPress) Actor Zakir Hussain, who portrays a lawyer in the recently released film ‘The Taj Story’, has discussed the ancient Indian practice of using mantras for healing ailments.
During a promotional event for ‘The Taj Story’ at a luxury hotel in Mumbai, he revealed that earlier generations possessed a profound level of spiritual wisdom, which guided their lives.
He stated, “I came across a study indicating that spirituality was prevalent in the past. At that time, medical options were limited, but spiritual knowledge was abundant. Healing through spirituality led to actual recoveries. Nowadays, that spiritual understanding has diminished. Many believe that reciting mantras doesn’t provide healing. I can demonstrate its effectiveness, but people expect it to be miraculous. It’s not magic; it’s grounded in reality.”
‘The Taj Story’, featuring Paresh Rawal, offers a different perspective on history, aiming to contest the conventional view of the Taj Mahal as a symbol of love. The film depicts the historical site as a piece of Hindu architecture, with Paresh Rawal’s character, Vishnu Das, at its core.
In the narrative, Paresh Rawal plays Vishnu Das, a tour guide at the Taj Mahal, who becomes fixated on revealing its “true” history. The storyline unfolds in a courtroom drama format as Vishnu Das files a lawsuit to dispute established narratives about the origins of the Taj Mahal.
Zakir Hussain takes on the role of a lawyer appointed by the committee overseeing the Taj Mahal's maintenance. He challenges Paresh Rawal’s claims in court. The film is currently screening in theaters.