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Honey Singh: 7 Years of Isolation
27 May
Summary
- Honey Singh battled bipolar disorder and substance abuse for years.
- He isolated himself for seven years due to his mental health.
- Recovery began after changing medication and doctor.
Rapper Honey Singh recently shared details of his severe battle with bipolar disorder and substance abuse, which led to a seven-year period of isolation.
During a demanding professional phase, including a music reality show and a tour with Shah Rukh Khan, Singh began experiencing intense fear and suspicion, believing he would die. This led him to withdraw from performances and eventually from public life entirely.
He stayed indoors for seven years, cutting off contact with fans, friends, and even family, to avoid being seen in his condition. For three of those years, he confined himself to his bedroom, experiencing delusions and a distorted perception of reality.
A turning point came in 2018-2019 when he decided to change his medical treatment. Switching doctors and adjusting his medication led to significant recovery within four weeks, enabling him to re-engage with life and people.
Singh also noted the physical toll of his long-term medication, including a weight gain to 105 kilos and complete hair loss, which required him to wear a wig. He emphasized that recovery from substance use also took an additional seven to eight years after he stopped in 2014.
