Shahid Kapoor reacts to Anupama Chopra’s allegation of negativity against Alia Bhatt
Shahid Kapoor has reacted after Anupama Chopra’s comments about an alleged paid campaign targeting Alia Bhatt. Here’s what the actor said and why the conversation is making headlines.
Shahid Kapoor has taken a dig at film critic Anupama Chopra’s recent claim that a paid negative PR campaign may have fueled trolling against Alia Bhatt following her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival. The actor talked about this issue during a conversation Hollywood Reporter IndiaWhere Chopra shared her allegation about the organized online negativity targeting the actor.
Although Shahid did not comment directly on the claim, he responded to the broader discussion about insecurity and perception in the entertainment industry. Her comments have since garnered significant attention online, particularly because they came after Chopra suggested that the criticism surrounding Alia’s Cannes outing may not have been entirely organic.
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What did Shahid Kapoor say on the rumors and manipulation of the industry?
Speaking about the culture of rumors in the film industry, Shahid said that he prefers not to believe what he hears until he has seen it in person.
Shahid said, “I personally never believe anything anyone says unless I’m in the room or I see it myself.” He said that taking things “with a grain of salt” has helped him avoid being influenced by stories created by others.
The actor further said that public figures can be vulnerable to manipulation if they allow others to shape their perceptions. According to him, people in influential positions need to be cautious in accepting information without verification.
What was Anupama Chopra’s allegation against Alia Bhatt?
During the same conversation, Chopra recalled Alia Bhatt’s interview at Cannes and the intense trolling she faced on the actor after that.
He said that a reliable source from the industry informed him that the negativity on social media was allegedly part of a paid campaign run by a famous actor. Chopra suggested that professional rivalries and insecurities within the industry may sometimes contribute to such behavior.
However, she did not identify the actor involved and did not present any evidence to prove the allegation.
Why does Shahid believe authenticity matters?
Shahid also talked about the pressures that come with fame and public scrutiny. He said audiences today can more easily recognize efforts to create a certain image and are more likely to connect with artists who appear genuine.
According to the actor, the era of controlling public perception has largely passed, making authenticity more important than ever. He said that both praise and criticism are inevitable aspects of celebrity life and should be accepted as part of the profession.
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