Pakistani religious scholar Mufti Abdul Qavi has stirred a fresh controversy after a video surfaced of him claiming that he expects to marry Indian actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, suggesting her marriage with Abhishek Bachchan is “heading towards divorce”. His remarks — made without evidence and based on public speculation — have triggered widespread criticism and humour across social media platforms.
Video of Mufti Qavi’s remarks goes viral
A clip circulating online shows Mufti Qavi asserting that Aishwarya Rai may “send him a proposal” within a few months if her marriage were to end. The cleric offered no proof to support his statements, instead relying on unverified rumours that have long circulated in media gossip spaces.
In the video, Mufti Qavi claims, “In two to four months Aishwarya Rai will send me a message for marriage,” a statement that has been widely mocked. There has been no comment from Aishwarya Rai or Abhishek Bachchan regarding the cleric’s assertions or the rumours he referenced.
Cleric says he would ask actress to convert to Islam
When questioned by the show’s host about the feasibility of marrying a non-Muslim woman, Mufti Qavi responded that he would “first convert her to Islam,” adding that he would rename her “Ayesha Rai”. He referred to a previous incident in which Rakhi Sawant had publicly spoken about adopting Islam, using it as an example to support his claim. Sawant, however, has earlier criticised the cleric, once remarking that “tolerating Mufti Qavi is not easy”.
These remarks from Mufti Qavi have again led to public debate over the cleric’s repeated attempts to link himself to Indian celebrities, often through sensational statements that attract online attention.
Past instances of similar claims
This is not the first time Mufti Qavi has courted publicity with controversial personal remarks involving public figures in India. His previous comments about Rakhi Sawant invited similar reactions, with many questioning the intent and credibility behind such statements.
Observers note that the cleric’s latest comments fit into a pattern of provocative declarations that seem designed to go viral. Social media users, in particular, have responded with a mix of criticism, humour, and disbelief — many questioning why such claims continue to receive attention.
Online backlash and widespread reactions
Within hours of the recent video going viral, users on various platforms began posting satirical responses. Several criticised the cleric for making remarks about private individuals without any factual basis, while others dismissed the comments as another attempt to gain publicity.
Analysts point out that public fascination with celebrity lives across the subcontinent often amplifies such sensational claims, especially when they involve well-known film stars like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The ease with which video clips spread on social media further fuels the controversy.
No response from the Bachchan family
As of now, neither Aishwarya Rai nor Abhishek Bachchan has responded to the viral video or to the rumours referenced by Mufti Qavi. The couple, among India’s most recognisable public figures, has generally refrained from reacting to speculative commentary surrounding their personal life.
Conclusion
Mufti Abdul Qavi’s latest remarks continue a pattern of high-impact public statements that generate significant online chatter despite lacking factual grounding. While the cleric’s comments have created a brief social media frenzy, they remain unverifiable claims. The episode once again highlights how sensational content, particularly involving celebrities, quickly captures public attention in the digital age.