Salman Rushdie, who survived a knife attack in 2022, recently attended the Hay Festival in Cartagena, Colombia, to present his memoir, Knife (2024). Despite the trauma from the attack, which led to his withdrawal from public events, Rushdie returned as an act of defiance, showcasing his characteristic humor. He expressed gratitude for the friendly atmosphere in Colombia compared to his attacker. Rushdie discussed various topics, including literature, death, and the U.S. immigration crisis, highlighting his ongoing desire to engage with the world despite heightened security requirements.
Salman Rushdie reflects on his experience at public events stating, 'I resist the presence of bodyguards, except in front of a very large audience, like last night.'
He emphasized, 'While I used to live a perfectly normal life, now I can't risk a new attack,' underlining the lasting impact of his 2022 experience.
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