Rahul RoyWho became an overnight sensation with Aashiqui, is back in the limelight after her series of Instagram reels went viral. While the videos have drawn mixed reactions online, a large section of fans have come out in support of her, asking others to empathize with her journey.
The viral reel divides the internet
In videos shared by Instagram user Dr. Vanita Ghadhage Desai, Rahul Roy recreates moments in iconic romantic songs like Tere Dar Par Sanam and Dheere Dheere Se. While some users found the content unusual, others chose to focus on the human side of the actor’s journey.
As expected, the reels quickly took off, with netizens sharing a wide range of opinions, some critical, some very supportive.Several users highlighted the context behind the videos, highlighting the connection between Rahul and the woman who appears next to him.An Instagram user commented, “Sorry for her grammatical mistakes. That lady is a doctor by profession and treated Rahul when he suffered a stroke. She played a vital role in his complete recovery.”Another wrote: “One of the most romantic actors and songs continues to set the romantic mood.”A third user added: “I think he treated it and now checking: how he responds to treatment.”
A journey marked by resilience
Rahul Roy’s recent appearances have come after a major health issue. In 2020, he suffered a stroke while shooting for LAC — Live the Battle in Kargil. After that, he underwent extensive treatment and rehabilitation.In an earlier interview, the actress shared that returning to work post-recovery was difficult, but with consistent therapy, discipline and support from loved ones, she is steadily rebuilding her life.
Back to the movies and looking forward
The actor has already made a comeback with Walk, where his performance was appreciated at film festivals. He has also participated in projects like Cabaret and has completed the shooting of the Kanu Behl-directed film Agra.Known for films like Junoon and Gumraah, Rahul Roy continues to hold a special place in his fans’ hearts.
