Diya Krishna Quits Instagram Amidst Kochi Controversy

Diya Krishna, daughter of actor and politician Krishnakumar, has announced a temporary hiatus from Instagram following a wave of criticism. The controversy erupted after she posted a comment on a video that discussed Fort Kochi, a historic area. The ensuing online negativity prompted Krishna to step away from the platform to focus on her well-being.

She explained that the experience highlighted how online attacks can be devastating, regardless of one's character. Krishna expressed her need to detach from the negativity, thanking her supporters. Her comment, "Sad reality," was made on a video by influencer Amrit Singh Darren, which touched upon various aspects of Fort Kochi, including the display of a Muhammad Ali Jinnah portrait and local business dynamics.

Krishna later clarified that she had only seen part of the video and her comment was specifically in response to the Jinnah portrait juxtaposed with Gandhi's. She denied holding negative views about the Muslim community, emphasizing her personal connections and respect for her own religion. The intense online reaction, including hurtful messages, motivated her temporary social media detox.