In an era where social media interactions can tip from friendly banter to heated encounters in a matter of seconds, actor Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor has once again made waves by delivering a candid response to an aggressive comment on his Instagram post. The Bollywood personality, who has been selective about his onscreen appearances, recently faced a disparaging remark from an Instagram user challenging his career choices and financial independence.
Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor, prominently recognized for his role in ‘Mirzya’, found himself in a virtual scuffle when his commentary on the football club Manchester City triggered an unrelated yet sharp jab from an Instagram user. Kapoor, expressing his views on the success of the club, likened it to a Ponzi scheme, predicting an eventual decline in the club’s fortunes. His post read, “Manchester City .. like a Ponzi scam .. one day the bubble will burst all the lies will be revealed .. pep will leave and they will fade.. they don’t have many real fans they don’t have a real history.. just hope when they fade we’re In a good place to dominate for a few years.”
The unfazed actor didn’t expect his sports opinion to escalate into a personal attack, but the internet often has its own unpredictable playbook. Amidst a string of comments, an individual took a dig at the actor’s filmography and lifestyle, commentating, “L*** kabhi ek dhang ki film karle kab tak apne baap ke paise se sneakers kharidta rahega ch****e.” Roughly translated, the troll was suggesting that Kapoor should focus on improving his cinematic portfolio instead of allegedly spending his father’s earnings on sneakers.
Harsh Varrdhan, not one to step back from a confrontation, retorted with a comment mirroring the sarcasm of the assailant, “Where can I watch your films? How many have you done? I’ve done Ray, Thar, Bhavesh Joshi, and AK vs AK, Mirzya… who are you? An irrelevant loser who’s bitter on Twitter who started supporting City once they got rich with Arab money.”
The actor took to Twitter, echoing his response to the provocative remark, displaying his resume to undercut the troll’s attempt to belittle his professional accomplishments. Harsh Varrdhan has indeed sashayed into the acting arena with films like ‘Thar’ and ‘Bhavesh Joshi Superhero’, consistently choosing roles that resonate with his artistic sensibility rather than chasing mainstream success. Having previously shared celluloid space with his father, the iconic Anil Kapoor, in ‘Thar’, and receiving a warm reception for the film on the digital streaming platform Netflix, the younger Kapoor has proven his mettle in a highly competitive industry.
In earlier instances, Harsh Varrdhan disclosed his rationale behind confronting anonymous critics on social media platforms. Asserting that he never instigates such exchanges, the actor feels compelled to respond if someone explicitly seeks to denigrate him publicly.
Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor’s entry into Bollywood was marked by his lead role in the 2016 movie ‘Mirzya’, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra. Though the film did not fare well at the box office, it failed to discourage Kapoor from pursuing his passion. He regards each project as a step towards refining his craft and remains unfazed by the box office outcomes.
With his eyes set on the future, Harsh Varrdhan is gearing up to portray Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra in an upcoming biopic, which is likely to bolster his cinematic portfolio and further his narrative as a serious actor committed to his craft. This recent social media altercation underscores the dichotomy of public scrutiny faced by celebrities and their undeterred spirit in navigating a landscape filled with both adulation and acrimony.
(With inputs from Agencies)
