Adnan Sami hits back at Cong, shreds oppn criticism over meal with Mohan Bhagwat: 'Your forefathers ...'

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• Adnan Sami responded to criticism over his meeting with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat
• Sami stressed he is a musician, not a politician, urging parties to "move on"
• Congress and Shiv Sena questioned Sami's links and RSS's message at the event

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Singer-composer Adnan Sami on Monday responded sharply to criticism from Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) over his interaction with Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat, asking political parties to “move on” and stressing that he is a musician, not a politician.

In a detailed post on X, Sami addressed the Maharashtra Congress and Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut, rejecting attempts to link him to his father’s past and drawing a parallel with the Partition of India.

“Mr Dear respected fellow patriots from the Maharashtra Congress (@INCMaharashtra), It would not be fair on you if anyone blames you for the tragic partition which your foreFATHERS were responsible for as you cannot be held responsible for any of their deeds,” Sami wrote.

Mr Dear respected fellow patriots from the Maharashtra Congress ( @INCMaharashtra), It would not be fair on you if anyone blames you for the tragic partition which your foreFATHERS were responsible for as you cannot be held responsible for any of their deeds. Regardless, today…

— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) February 9, 2026

He added, “Regardless, today you acknowledge Pakistan as a legitimate nation despite this. It was once India and it is now Pakistan ... Therefore once a legitimate conversion has taken place legally & as per procedure, then you accept it and move on… Any doubt? .. Similarly, kindly move on…”

Addressing Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut, Sami said, “And my dear Sanjay, (@rautsanjay61) it will be extremely wrong of me to blame your beloved father for the atrocious manner in which you play the harmonium. Your fingering is completely wrong and misplaced! I will be happy to teach you!”

“I’m not a politician, I’m a musician who spreads love through his songs and therefore will love everyone who gives me love- I love you all too…Try love next time…That’s all! Jai Hind & Jai Maharashtra!” he added.

The response came a day after the MVA parties targeted the RSS over Bhagwat sharing a meal with Sami during a two-day event in Mumbai to mark the centenary of the organisation. Several other celebrities, including Salman Khan, Vicky Kaushal, Raveena Tandon and Shilpa Shetty, were also present at the event.

Had an incredible afternoon with the legendary Sarsanghchalak (Chief) of RSS, Sri Mohan Bhagwat ji. It was delightful to hear him speak and there were so many myths & misconceptions that he so eloquently explained & cleared. An incredible gentleman & beautiful soul… pic.twitter.com/rL3zQqA4cX — Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) February 8, 2026

In a post on X, the Congress alleged that Sami’s father, Arshad Sami Khan, had served as a pilot in the Pakistan Air Force and was involved in the 1965 India-Pakistan war.

“Adnan Sami's father, Arshad Sami Khan, was a pilot in the Pakistan Air Force who destroyed the Pathankot air base during the 1965 war. Today, Mohan Bhagwat is enjoying a meal with him. RSS = anti-national,” the Congress said.

Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Sanjay Raut questioned the message being sent by the RSS by hosting Sami and also referred to the presence of an actress facing a lookout notice in an economic offence case, without naming her.

“What message are you giving to the country? Is the Sangh trying to sweep sins under the rug?” Raut asked, also alleging that the RSS should take responsibility for the country becoming a “slave” of America, in reference to the recent India-US trade deal.

Earlier on Sunday, Sami had shared photographs with Bhagwat on X, praising the RSS chief.

“Had an incredible afternoon with the legendary Sarsanghchalak (Chief) of RSS, Sri Mohan Bhagwat ji. It was delightful to hear him speak and there were so many myths & misconceptions that he so eloquently explained & cleared. An incredible gentleman & beautiful soul,” the Padma Shri awardee wrote.