Step Forward. Tariq Jahan; A Reluctant Hero

A documentary about Tariq Jahan, whose son Haroon was killed in the 2011 Birmingham riots. Hours after his son's death Tariq pleaded with angry crowds; "I've lost my son. Step forward if you want to loose yours. Otherwise, go home." The mood was transformed, the crowds dispersed and Tariq became a national hero. The films explores the way in which his faith and family enabled him come to terms with his son's death and inspired him to help bridge the gaps between Birmingham's ethnic and religious communities.
Duration: 25 minutes
Produced and Directed by Halla Diyab and Mark Whatmore
Shot and Edited by Mark Whatmore

[@maxinenickolls1065]

Tariq is a good man may he be blessed for eternity 🙏🙏🙏

[@alqawi3874]

Dw. Uncle. I’ll be your son. They 3 where close to my heart. And still are. I just wish I go the same way. as a martyr. Ameen. Stay strong 💪

[@Mustyvv]

I feel for this brother, insha Allah may Allah grant your son jannutul firdous.

[@naumanhussain2194]

What a man stopped a race riot subhanallah may Allah bless you 🙏

[@nahreallybro464]

This was such a heart breaking and inspiring documentary. Allah bless the family and raise the ranks of thoes who died defending the community .

[@YohoMediaBristol]

Thanks Mak, the story seems somehow more relevant with all the madness in the US at the moment. Every life matters!

[@mariumrajah]

I salute this man
Wow guys
I wish I live like him

[@YohoMediaBristol]

So true.... an amazing guy

[@maxinenickolls1065]

Tariqs bond he knew xxx

[@alqawi3874]

ALLHAMDULILLAH

[@alqawi3874]

Dw. Uncle. I’ll be your son. They 3 where close to my heart. And still are. I just wish I go the same way. as a martyr. Ameen. Stay strong 💪