In a rare and heartfelt revelation, actor Abhishek Bachchan has spoken out about the emotional toll that persistent rumours and online trolling have had on his personal life and family. While promoting his upcoming film Kaalidhar Laapata, the actor shared that though he once brushed off speculation as part of the industry, it now hits differently, especially as a husband and father.
Abhishek confessed that earlier in his career, he would ignore gossip and negativity. But things changed after marriage and becoming a parent. “Previously, things that were said about me didn’t affect me. Today, I have a family, and it’s very upsetting,” he shared. He pointed out that in today’s digital landscape, negative news tends to spread faster than truth, often pushing celebrities into corners where silence only fuels more speculation. “You’re not me. You don’t live my life. You’re not answerable to the people that I’m answerable to,” he added, clearly referencing the weight of responsibility he feels toward his loved ones.
He also reflected on a disturbing incident involving online trolling. After receiving a hateful comment on social media, a close friend, actor Sikandar Kher, retaliated by posting Abhishek’s home address online, inviting the troll to say it in person. Although drastic, the act highlighted how invasive and hurtful anonymous trolling can be. “It’s so convenient to sit anonymously behind a computer screen and write the nastiest things,” Abhishek said. “If someone comes and tells me things on my face, then I will feel they have conviction. I will respect that.”
The actor didn’t specifically address the recent waves of speculation around his relationship with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, but the context was clear. Their marriage has been under constant public scrutiny, with separation rumours surfacing multiple times online and in tabloids. Despite the couple not responding publicly to every claim, these stories often gain traction, leaving their family exposed to unnecessary speculation. Aishwarya had previously shut down rumours with a simple family photo, but online chatter continues to brew.
Currently, Abhishek is gearing up for the release of Kaalidhar Laapata, set to premiere on ZEE5 on July 4. He is also working on Shah Rukh Khan’s anticipated film King. But beyond the glitz and upcoming projects, what resonated most from his interview was his vulnerability — a reminder that behind the stardom lies a man, a father, and a husband, who, like anyone else, values peace over publicity.
Abhishek’s words serve as a powerful reminder of the human cost of digital hate and the responsibility that comes with consuming — and sharing — celebrity news.
