The debate on racism has become a raging topic across the world since the death of George Floyd while in police custody in the US. Several sports stars have also spoken up against racism, including cricketers like Chris Gayle and Darren Sammy. India opener Shikhar Dhawan's wife Aesha Dhawan on Monday took to Instagram to speak about racism after a fan commented about their son Zoravar, calling him "black". Aesha Dhawan shared a screenshot of the comment and wrote a strong caption, questioning why people are concerned about skin colour.
Aesha Dhawan's Strong Message On Racism After Fan Calls Son "Black"
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Aesha Dhawan asked why the colour of one's skin mattered after a fan posted a racist comment about her and Shikhar Dhawan's son Zoravar.
Shikhar Dhawan and Aesha Dhawan with their son Zoravar.© Instagram
Highlights
- A fan had commented calling Aesha Dhawan's son Zoravar "black"
- Aesha Dhawan shared a screenshot of the comment with a strong message
- Shikhar Dhawan and Aesha Dhawan have been married since 2012
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"GUYS IM NOT UPSET IM JUST HIGHLIGHTING WHAT IS THERE IN OUR SOCIETY. AND ALL MY KIDS ARE VERY COMFORTABLE TOO," she wrote later in a comment.
Shikhar Dhawan and Aesha Dhawan got married in 2012. Their son Zoravar was born in 2014.
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