It is indeed one of life’s toughest trials when a loved one leaves. But when one is a public figure, all the while staying in the public eye to mourn in their own way comes with its very own share of burdens. Wife of the late legendary actor Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Kapoor recently revealed that she was afraid of social media trolls after he passed away. She revealed that trolling sent her shaking in fear, and that was a severe reminder of the emotional cost paid during an already trying time. In this article, we will explore Neetu Kapoor’s grief journey, how she dealt with trolling online, and also whom she turned to for comfort during this tough phase.
The Untimely Death of Rishi Kapoor
Rishi Kapoor was the debonair personality of India’s glamorous cinema. He made a long-term legacy for himself through his superb acting skill and charismatic presence in films. His death in April 2020 after a long struggle against leukemia only left a void in the hearts of many of his fans, but the impact is most significant for his wife of more than four decades, Neetu Kapoor. As the world mourned the passing away of this theatrical face, the exit of him indeed was a big challenge to Neetu Kapoor, his wife of more than four decades.
Neetu Kapoor’s First Reactions
Loss had a bitter aftertaste for Neetu Kapoor. No one ever likes a partner’s death, but when one is in the public eye, it becomes dauntingly difficult to tolerate. Neetu made all efforts to escape the media curtains after the demise of Rishi and planned to mourn in solitude. But as an active participant of the social circle, she could not help but confront the digital world where support and criticism alike awaited.
The Day After Rishi’s Death Confronting the Social Media Trolls
The internet brought out all its negativity, while still many showered Neetu Kapoor with condolences and love. Behind the anonymity offered by social media, some people hurled all sorts of insensitive comments and criticisms at her. The trolls accused her of everything in the book-from the way she was mourning to the manner in which she carried herself after her husband’s passing. This unkind remark made Neetu very fearful of engaging with the online world.
Why Neetu Kapoor Was Scared of Trolls
Why would Neetu, the scion of a cinema legacy who had spent years under the spotlights and bombarded with media attention, be nervous about trolls? She feared trolls because there was a very reasonable weakness that was in play-grief. Neetu, like anybody would have, was crying and hurting herself after Rishi passed on. The barbs hurled by trolls only added to the pain, which made her feel that she wasn’t being allowed to grieve at will. “It makes me shiver,” Neetu admitted the fear of getting trolled online.
How Neetu Kapoor Fought Back
Neetu Kapoor, however, let the trolls not get the better of her. Gradually, she learned to cope up with the criticism and turn the negative energy into a positive one. Rejoicing at the thought she never again let the negativity get the better of her. She returned to social media space again gracefully. She hardly allowed anything negative within her and focused instead upon all things good in life. She went on posting tributes to her late husband, beautiful memories, and sheer love received from the ones who truly cared for her.
Support from Family and Friends
Neelu’s strength was not just in her. She has a strong support system behind her. Ranbir Kapoor and Riddhima Kapoor Sahni, her children, had been sources of emotional strength for her. They have tried to tell her that she must not allow trolls to dictate how to live or to grieve. Many friends from the film industry had come to stand in solidarity with Neelu during such trying times.
Public Support and Empathy
Although the trolls were loud, the support Neetu received from her fans and the public was louder. Many fans and well-wishers showed empathy, sending messages of love and strength, helping her feel less alone in her struggle. Public figures and colleagues from Bollywood voiced their support, further reminding her that she was not battling this negativity alone.
