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Pragya Kapoor defends Mrunal Thakur after her old Bipasha Basu comment goes viral.
Producer Pragya Kapoor has come out in support of actress Mrunal Thakur after an old interview clip resurfaced where Mrunal was accused of body-shaming Bipasha Basu.
Producer Pragya Kapoor has extended her support to actress Mrunal Thakur, who recently found herself at the center of an online controversy after an old interview resurfaced in which she had made a disparaging comment about Bipasha Basu. The clip, dating back to Mrunal’s Kumkum Bhagya days, reignited trolling and criticism, with many calling out the actress for body-shaming.
As the backlash grew, Mrunal took accountability for her words and issued a heartfelt apology on social media. Reflecting on her younger self, she wrote, “19-year-old me as a teenager said many silly things. I didn’t always understand the weight of my voice or how much words, even in jest, could hurt. But it did and for that I am deeply sorry. My intent was never to body-shame anyone. It was playful banter in an interview, that went too far. But I understand how it came across, and I truly wish I had chosen my words differently. With time, I’ve grown to appreciate that beauty comes in every form, and that’s something I truly value now.”
Mrunal’s candid admission struck a chord with many, including producer Pragya Kapoor, who publicly backed the actress with an Instagram story. She praised Mrunal’s character, writing, “Mrunal, your kindness, generosity, and endless support make you one of the rarest souls I know. Keep glowing and spreading love everywhere you go. Love you, darling.”
Previously, Hona Khan also came forward to support Sita Ramam actress. She took to her Instagram stories and reacted to Mrunal Thakur’s public apology over remarks about Bipasha Basu. “Wisdom is the fruit of the tree of Knowledge, rooted in experiences. Evolution of our social skills, communication and depth of understanding only comes with TIME We all make mistakes, especially when we are younger. I can very well relate to Mrunal, I too have made such silly mistakes in the past.. Some of us go through great exposure without the skill to handle it. But with time we evolve, we become kinder, we become compassionate.. We learn lifting each other up.. Fixing each other’s crown,” wrote Hina Khan.
The show of solidarity from Pragya and other members of the film fraternity comes as a reminder of the power of accountability and growth in the industry. While the resurfaced interview stirred controversy, Mrunal’s willingness to own her mistake and her colleagues’ unwavering support have shifted the conversation toward empathy, maturity, and moving forward.
Yatamanyu Narain is a Sub-Editor at News18.com with a passion for all things entertainment. Whether he’s breaking the latest Bollywood news or chatting with rising stars in the OTT world, he’s always on the hun…Read More
Yatamanyu Narain is a Sub-Editor at News18.com with a passion for all things entertainment. Whether he’s breaking the latest Bollywood news or chatting with rising stars in the OTT world, he’s always on the hun… Read More
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