After his latest Instagram reel sparked mixed reactions online, Rahul Roy has now broken his silence. The actor, who went viral after collaborating with an Instagram user on videos recreating Aashiqui’s iconic songs, has responded to the buzz surrounding the clips.Reacting to the chat, Rahul downplayed the magnitude of the backlash, admitting that the videos were not entirely his choice.He told Hindustan Times, “Viral toh nahi hua…but compulsion ho gaya tha. Now I won’t do that again. Thank you all.”His short but honest response suggests that the actor may not have been entirely comfortable with the content that first tore the internet apart.
With the internet divided, fans show their support
The reactions caused a wave of backlash, with some netizens criticizing the videos and many others choosing to stand by the actor. Several fans highlighted her health struggles and asked people to be more empathetic, especially given her recovery journey after suffering a concussion in 2020.Many also pointed out that they believed that the woman seen in the videos was related to his treatment, adding context to the collaboration.Rahul Roy, who shot to fame with Aashiqui, has been working tirelessly to rebuild his career after his health problem. The actor has already returned to the screen with projects like Walk and has been exploring new opportunities.
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.
