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Shahid Kapoor on Trolling: 'Evaluate Yourself First'
21 Feb
Summary
- Actors must balance vulnerability with self-preservation online.
- Internal satisfaction and growth matter more than validation.
- Kapoor advocates for self-evaluation before criticizing others.
Actor Shahid Kapoor recently shared his thoughts on the challenges of online trolling and public scrutiny. He described the actor's journey as difficult, requiring a delicate balance between vulnerability and self-preservation.
Kapoor questioned the expectation to constantly please audiences, suggesting that personal satisfaction and creative growth should be the priority over external validation. He advocated for self-assessment, urging individuals to consider whether their actions helped them grow or represented their true creative energy.
Addressing anonymous criticism, Kapoor highlighted how social media can blur boundaries. He cited his own upbringing, which taught the importance of self-evaluation before offering opinions. While acknowledging constructive feedback, he stressed the need to remain grounded.
In his professional life, Kapoor was recently seen in Vishal Bhardwaj's O' Romeo. His upcoming projects include Cocktail 2, scheduled for release later this year.
