Vivian Richards’ daughter criticizes Ramiz Raja for ‘racist joke’. Renowned fashion designer Masaba Gupta, daughter of cricket legend Vivian Richards and acclaimed actress Neena Gupta, has taken a stand against former PCB chairman Ramiz Raja for his apparent endorsement of a racist joke directed at her parents.
Gupta voiced her discontent on social media, specifically addressing Raja and condemning his lack of dignity in finding amusement in a racially insensitive joke broadcasted on a national news channel.
The controversy unfolded in a video featuring a comedian making derogatory remarks about Vivian Richards’ skin tone, utilizing the term ‘kaalia’ (meaning dark-skinned).
The comedian not only ridiculed Richards but also made racially charged comments about his relationship with Neena Gupta. Shockingly, the inappropriate remarks were met with laughter from Raja and other guests on the program.
In a post on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter), Masaba Gupta expressed her disappointment with Raja’s behavior.
She emphasized the lack of grace in his actions and highlighted the insensitivity of laughing at a joke that the world had long deemed unacceptable.
Gupta urged Raja to embrace a more progressive mindset, underscoring the resilience of her family in the face of such insensitive comments.
In her post, she wrote, “Dear Ramiz Raja (sir), grace is a quality few have. My father, mother, and I have it in spades. You have none. Sickening to see you laugh on national TV in Pakistan at something the world stopped laughing at about 30 years back. Step into the future. All 3 of us are here with our chin up. #ramizraja.”
As Vivian Richards’ daughter criticizes Ramiz Raja for ‘racist joke’, check her Tweet:
Dear Ramiz Raja ( sir ) grace is a quality few have. My father,mother and I have it in spades. You have none. Sickening to see you laugh on national TV in Pakistan at something the world stopped laughing at about 30 years back.Step into the future. All 3 of us are here with our…
— Masaba (@MasabaG) November 15, 2023
This incident underscores the persistent issue of racism and insensitivity in public discourse, particularly among individuals in influential positions.
Masaba Gupta’s response serves as a reminder of the importance of fostering a more inclusive and respectful public dialogue.
