Deepika Padukone, who is expecting her first child with Ranveer Singh, is at the center of a social media storm following her recent public appearance. On May 20, 2024, Deepika Padukone was trolled online after she stepped out to cast her vote in the Mumbai Lok Sabha Election 2024. Rather than being lauded for her civic engagement, the actress faced criticism and body-shaming remarks.
Netizens took to social media to comment negatively about Deepika Padukone’s recent photos. Some even questioned if her baby bump was natural. The harsh comments sparked outrage among fans and industry colleagues alike.
Deepika Padukone trolling: Alia Bhatt reacts to Faye D’Souza’s Instagram post
In the face of this trolling, Alia Bhatt emerged as a staunch supporter of Deepika Padukone. Alia, along with her sisters Pooja Bhatt and Shaheen Bhatt, and their mother Soni Razdan, showed solidarity by liking an Instagram post by journalist Faye D’Souza. D’Souza condemned the trolls, stating emphatically that Deepika’s public appearance should not be seen as an invitation for unwarranted commentary on her pregnancy or physique. “Stop it. Behave,” D’Souza demanded in her post.
Alia Bhatt’s empathetic gesture has earned her praise from fans and colleagues who commend her for standing by Deepika Padukone during this challenging time. Many supporters noted Alia’s own experiences with online hate. Moreover, fans emphasized the importance of support and privacy during pregnancy and condemned the intrusion into Deepika’s personal life.
The discourse has seen further support from other Bollywood stars. Actress Shruti Seth commended Deepika Padukone’s resilience. She commented, “Luckily @deepikapadukone is too busy taking over the world to give a damn!” Aahana Kumra echoed this sentiment by writing, “She’s walking all over their damn opinions,” while TV star Tina Datta remarked, “People have lost it.”
As Deepika Padukone continues to face criticism, the support from Alia Bhatt and other industry figures serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of empathy and solidarity. It also underscores the need to combat cyberbullying and respect personal boundaries, especially during sensitive times like pregnancy.
