Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit criticised veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah over his recent political remarks, accusing him of using abusive language and questioning his conduct. Pandit has also urged Shah to seek medical help and stop using any substances, if applicable.In an interview with IANS, Pandit reacted to a video shared by Shah on social media in which the actor wore a badge reading "Dimagi Naxal" and criticised the government's handling of student protests.