In light of recent allegations by composer A.R. Rahman about discrimination based on religion and surname in Bollywood, actress Zoya Afroz has opened up about the industry's realities. She was asked directly whether she has faced discrimination because of her religion or name, to which she expressed that the truth on the ground differs from assumptions. According to her, personal interactions with common people show a level of love and understanding that transcends superficial identities.

Zoya highlighted that when one engages with everyday people in society, it becomes clear that everyone shares a common humanity rather than harbor hatred for each other based on one’s name or religion. She emphasizes that India is a country with vast cultural diversity where individuals from different states and cities exhibit unique customs, cuisines, and dialects, further reflecting the richness of Indian identity.

While acknowledging that there are indeed individuals who may exhibit discriminatory behavior, Zoya stresses that this should not overshadow the larger reality where people connect through shared experiences. Her perspective invites a broader conversation about acceptance and the need to focus on commonalities rather than differences in a diverse society like India.