After the 1979 Iranian Revolution, Jhangvi began attacking the Islamic Republic of Iran by accusing it of exporting its revolution. He directed his attacks against Shia beliefs and civilians, as well as against Ayatollah Khomeini, Iran's Supreme Leader. Locally, he targeted the Shah Jewna family and the district administration and became extremely popular among local residents.[1] Jhangvi also began preaching and became popular among Sunnis, who were willing to support him in his cause.