Distance Between Na Mehrams (gender Interaction)
Acting is not forbidden in islam. Nowhere in the Quran or hadith its mentioned that acting or any form of Fine arts is forbidden. Fine arts is an expression of human Aesthetic sense and is ingrained in human nature. Islam does not negate human nature. but it guides us to follow decent ethics in every walk of life including Arts. So that as a whole the society lives up to a higher moral and decent standard and sets up higher ideals for our children in a healthy Family Life. Touching the hands of opposite gender for the intention of Shaking hands as a Greeting(Salam) is not forbidden. But if its done with the intention of lust( Massage or lums or muss) than it becomes forbidden as it may lead to shameful acts such as adultry/fornication.(Zina). Similarly slight hug as you are hugging your sister/brother(Brotherly/friendly hug) is not forbidden. but if its done with evil intention in order to touch and have pleasure from that sexual touch than its forbidden. Islam encourages Na-Mehrams to have a respectable social distance between one another so that dignity of both individuals is protected. Social Distancing please 🙂