Zakir Naik

About

Indian doctor and speaker best known as the founder and president of the Islamic Research Foundation. He has appeared on The Indian Express' list of the 100 Most Powerful Indians.

Before Fame

He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Mumbai.

Trivia

He has come under heavy criticism for some of his more extreme views, such as advocating for the death penalty for homosexuals.

Family Life

He married Farhat Naik. He has a son named Fariq and a daughter named Rushda.

Associated With

He has been criticized by many media members for his perceived support of al-Qaeda mastermind Osama bin Laden.