Varun Dhawan is facing serious online backlash after netizens spotted him liking a hateful Instagram video targeting rising actress Aneet Padda. The clip, posted by infamous critic KRK, mocked Aneet for her recent appearance at the airport where she hesitated to pose for paparazzi and covered her face. The video escalated into body-shaming and character attacks, which shocked many fans who found the tone unnecessarily cruel.
Aneet Padda, who gained overnight recognition through the film Saiyaara, has largely stayed away from public drama until now. Her candid airport moment where she said, “Mujhe sharam aa rahi hai,” resonated with many for its honesty, but became the focal point of unwarranted trolling. Fans condemned the hate but were especially disappointed to see Varun Dhawan engage with such negativity, even if passively.
There’s speculation that Varun was once considered for Saiyaara but was passed over by YRF in favor of a fresh face. While unconfirmed, fans believe this may have fueled jealousy, making his support of the post seem more intentional. However, many argue that displacing frustration onto a young actress is unfair and petty, particularly one still navigating the early stages of fame.
The incident reminded many of the earlier controversy involving Virat Kohli and Avneet Kaur, where social media activity caused a storm and was later blamed on the “Instagram algorithm.” Jokes online suggest Varun might make a similar excuse, but the damage may already be done. For now, Aneet Padda has earned sympathy and support, while Varun finds himself caught red-handed in the court of public opinion.
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