Television actress Divyanka Tripathi recently faced unexpected controversy after she mistakenly called Elvish Yadav by the wrong name during a semi-final episode of the cooking reality show Laughter Chefs 2. In a light-hearted moment on stage, Divyanka accidentally referred to Elvish as “Samarth,” prompting laughter from fellow contestants like Aly Goni and Krushna Abhishek. However, what began as a simple slip quickly escalated online. Some fans of Elvish reacted harshly and trolled Divyanka on social media.
In response to the trolling, Divyanka used her Instagram stories to address the situation directly. She expressed gratitude to the sincere fans of Elvish who saw the humor and didn’t overreact. However, she firmly called out the trolls who used foul language and spread negativity. In her post, Divyanka wrote, “My inner system automatically bounces back your foul language to you and your family. Karma! … Those being nice shall always be blessed… says my inner divinity!” Her statement showed both wit and maturity as she confronted the toxic culture of online trolling without resorting to negativity.
Divyanka also mentioned that she initially asked the production team to edit out the segment, fearing that even a small mistake could invite online criticism. Unfortunately, the moment aired, and as she predicted, it led to unnecessary trolling. Despite this, Divyanka kept her composure and used the opportunity to emphasize the need for kindness and perspective, especially in a time when public figures are closely watched for every minor mistake.
Interestingly, Elvish Yadav has recently talked about the impact of online trolling on mental health, noting that fame often comes with unwanted negativity. Divyanka’s calm yet assertive response highlights how celebrities face undue pressure and the importance of encouraging more respectful conversations online.
