India, Dec. 2 -- In an era where public figures shape narratives and influence millions, the role of artistes in political and social discourse has become increasingly vital. Actor Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, in an interview with Hindustan Times Digital, opened up about his beliefs that artists cannot detach themselves from society and that their silence often reflects a larger ethical decline within the industry.

Explaining why political and social awareness is inseparable from artistic responsibility, Zeeshan said, "It has always been very important. We come from society only. Whatever is happening around us has shaped us as human beings and as artists. So I think it is really important to be vocal (about social and political issues). To u...