Baseer Ali rose to national prominence after winning MTV Splitsvilla 10 and finishing as a runner-up in MTV Roadies Rising. Known for his sharp opinions, candid personality, and athletic background, he transitioned into fiction television with popular shows such as Kundali Bhagya and later featured on Bigg Boss 19. Over the years, Baseer has maintained a strong, vocal voice on social platforms, often speaking about unity, personal responsibility, and youth empowerment.
Azaadi and its true meaning are all about the freedom struggle for Baseer. He says, “When I hear the word Azaadi, I think of Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Dalits, Brahmins, Sunnis, Sikhs, Shias, Catholics, Non-Catholics, Punjabis and everyone who calls themselves Indians – fighting against people who were ruling India who were not Indians. I think of all those freedom fighters who fought for our country’s freedom.”
Channelling the energy of our National heroes, Baseer says, “I connect with Bhagat Singh; we got to see a lot of movies in that era. I also connect a lot with Subhas Chandra Bose.”
Reflecting on the colour in the national flag that resonates with his personality, he shares, “I strongly identify with ‘White.’ The peace that seems to be lacking in our country today is truly what we need right now. Everyone needs to take a step back and approach things with calmness rather than aggression. I often think back to the Golden Era of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam and Manmohan Singh; they were among the most composed leaders we’ve had since Independence.”
Ask him about a small reform that one can bring for the Nation’s progress; he says, “People with enough revenue should accept at least one child’s education, and try working with an NGO. This is a way in which you can help in the country’s progress. I do it, and I am proud to say that.”
About the reform needed in the Indian entertainment industry, he says, “Acceptance of outsiders should happen in the industry.”
