Oliver Stone's son converts to Islam

miraaj_r
By miraaj_r

Filmmaker Oliver Stone fully supports his son Sean's decision to convert to Islam. But Sean fears others in Hollywood may not be so accepting.

Sean Stone, who has appeared in several of his father's films, underwent a conversion ceremony in Iran Feb 12 and he has confirmed his dad is happy with his decision to become a Muslim.

"My dad said, 'Allah be with you.' My father understands that I am trying to bridge certain gaps and bring about peace," contactmusic.com quoted Stone as saying.

However, Sean fears other people in the movie industry may now be reluctant to give him work.

"Having people within the film industry express a reluctance to work with me now that I have said a simple prayer... I am sure I have (angered) some powerful people."

"People have speculated that I have done this because I am from a spoiled family or that I am lost and trying to find myself. That is ridiculous. I don't care if I get criticised. If I can open up a debate about religion and create some understanding, then it is worth it," he added.

By ramil26• 22 Feb 2012 08:45
ramil26

whatever that test is.

By ramil26• 22 Feb 2012 08:44
ramil26

maybe they should rquire that test to everybody ?

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 12:16
anonymous

What test?

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 12:15
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

confirmed - test said Muslim

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 11:47
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

DC "ISA" as ISA (P.B.U.H) as he is muslim

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 11:38
anonymous

Baburao-Ganpatr: Well diferent cultures know him by different names. Some other names besides your ISA are Hosanna, Jesus, yashwa, Immanuel, Lord, Word, Alpha and Omega, Mediator, Redeemer, Savior. There are a lot of names different people called him

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 11:32
anonymous

I can’t wait to see how the filth-mongers of Hollyweird react to Ali Stone. Who will reject whom first?Wonderful.

I think he should move over to Iran and live in one of the cities that have a nuclear facility.

By alien_guest• 21 Feb 2012 11:29
Rating: 3/5
alien_guest

Oliver Stones son can try Bollywood maybe be as popular as The Khans...

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 11:25
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

i know only ISA (P.B.U.H)

By alien_guest• 21 Feb 2012 11:25
alien_guest

Hey Fea_Sad i am going out for Lunch in 30 mins Still deciding on my order..

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 11:22
anonymous

umm is that Islamic counterpart of Jesus’ second coming? lol

By FlyingAce• 21 Feb 2012 11:20
FlyingAce

I can see where this Thread will eventually End.....

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 11:19
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

we will once Imam Mahdi arrives

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 11:16
anonymous

would like to say to you don't be scared It's not like we gonna take over the world anytime soon lol

By Aloha_Doha_1981• 21 Feb 2012 11:08
Aloha_Doha_1981

Im sure Oliver Stone was being sarcastic!

By FathimaH• 21 Feb 2012 11:07
FathimaH

But as for this part of the article "however Sean fears other people in the movie industry will now be reluctant to give him work" then in that case I'm sure Mr Stone can try find work elsewhere.. Hopefully in far more accepting and happier environment..better for him and his eemaan!

By quickgunmurugunbiggun• 21 Feb 2012 10:33
Rating: 2/5
quickgunmurugunbiggun

So many souls with different faces

In one world, but from many places

We are all the same; can’t you see

Regardless of heritage; you and me

Look for the person inside, not out

THAT is what this life is all about

A choice between good or bad to make

Each person decides which road to take

Those decisions create our society today

On a self destructing path; sorry to say

Too much evil lurks in this life

Creating heartache and widespread strife

Prejudice and greed out of control

The results of such, take their toll

The wars and crime a direct result

Our land destroyed only to be rebuilt

We all need to change for the world to endure

Love one another, that is the cure

Reach out a helping hand to others

Strangers, friends, acquaintances, brothers, of sisters

Put aside those petty differences and hate

Find a common ground in which to relate

I dream of a world where peace is the norm

People working together to weather the storm

Here is to the hope that one day it comes true

A land of harmony for me and for you

By CrewDawg• 21 Feb 2012 10:25
CrewDawg

...I assume that since he went to Iran that he chose the Shi's and not the Sunni side of Islam? Is this common among those who convert and if so what is wrong with converting to Sunni?

By zeeindia• 21 Feb 2012 09:59
zeeindia

I salute those who choose islam to cross the Bridge to another World. specially those who used to criticise Islam, they should think that there is life after this life so dear go to get the truth, the peace and love, and all this you will find with our Prophet and his Family to the eternal world to reach to our creator who is known as "Allah" the magnificent and most merciful.

By britexpat• 21 Feb 2012 09:58
britexpat

Good luck to him. We all make choices. Wish him well and move on brothers and sisters of QL :0)

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 09:54
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

dont mind my id miraaj :) we r the same

By miraaj_r• 21 Feb 2012 09:51
miraaj_r

I appreciate your comments Baburao. But your QL ID looks somewhat different.

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 09:49
anonymous

Sorry Mr TimePandit if these type of post looks unwanted for You.

The reason to mention or discuss the incident of conversion of religion is not to show the increase in count of muslims, Its just to show the happiness that one of our Non-Muslim Brother has agreed to follow the Last Message of Almighty.

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 09:42
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

we i meant by WE ( as muslims ) find miraaj's post appropriate

By FlyingAce• 21 Feb 2012 09:41
Rating: 4/5
FlyingAce

It is his Personal Decision, and One should Accept that....

When it comes to Islam, then Yes It is a Religion of Peace, but Extremists are in every Religion.....

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 09:37
anonymous

To be honest: it really doesn't matter if people convert to Islam. As long as they don't do it here, and as long as they don't live here. This is QATARLiving! So, what does it matter? TB's reaction was totally correct and appropriate.

By fea_sad• 21 Feb 2012 09:37
fea_sad

Alien are u taking any break ... tea tea break

By alien_guest• 21 Feb 2012 09:23
alien_guest

Are we going to see 4 pages of Hijacked Comments???

By anonymous• 21 Feb 2012 09:21
anonymous

Who knows when will our time finish...before

By Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte• 21 Feb 2012 09:18
Baburao-Ganpatrao-Apte

pls dont irritate TB hes get upset reading Islam and Islamic topics

By timebandit• 21 Feb 2012 08:21
timebandit

"Now I can say " SO WHAT" Mr. timebandit. Since Islam is the religion of Peace and Truth, media is very well aware of this and thus creating propoganda against Islam and Muslims."

Oh right... I didn't know that. Thank you for correcting me.

By Rizks• 21 Feb 2012 08:21
Rizks

yet another lovely morning but with yet another religion bashing post.....:(

PEACE Everyone ! no matter which religion you all follow, at the end of the day - we all are Human Beings, LOVE & PEACE should be the foremost religion we all must follow.

Cheers !

By miraaj_r• 21 Feb 2012 08:18
miraaj_r

Now I can say " SO WHAT" Mr. timebandit. Since Islam is the religion of Peace and Truth, media is very well aware of this and thus creating propoganda against Islam and Muslims.

By Honestfriend4u• 21 Feb 2012 08:18
Honestfriend4u

It's a pity that most of the people are dependent on news papers & news channels..

By miraaj_r• 21 Feb 2012 08:15
miraaj_r

Surely PEACE lies within TRUTH and Islam is the religion of PEACE AND TRUTH

By timebandit• 21 Feb 2012 08:14
timebandit

Yeah... and I see that peace on the news every day.

By Honestfriend4u• 21 Feb 2012 08:11
Honestfriend4u

Timebandit: So what??

You must understand that someone has understand peace and accepted peace, if you understand.

Sean, welcome to the world of religion of Peace..

God Bless..

By alien_guest• 21 Feb 2012 08:11
alien_guest

Well what ever Rocks your Boat....

By timebandit• 21 Feb 2012 08:03
timebandit

So what? Who cares?

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