Bollywood actress Sara Ali Khan is no stranger to internet criticism. Despite proving herself as a talented performer, Sara continues to face backlash over her film choices, public appearances, and even her looks.
In a recent interview, she revealed that online trolling doesn’t just affect her—it deeply impacts her mother, actress Amrita Singh.
“Trolling Hurts My Mom More Than Me”
Speaking to Instant Bollywood, Sara candidly admitted that while she has learned to handle social media negativity, her mother still struggles with it.
> “People won’t stop writing things about me. It’s wrong and it hurts. But what really upsets me is that my mom reads these things and it affects her,” she said.
Sara explained that Amrita Singh gets emotional when she sees her daughter being unfairly targeted online, despite being in the industry herself.
Building “Thick Skin” Is the Only Solution
Sara noted that one of the biggest lessons she has learned is that criticism is inevitable, especially for public figures. She shared that her mother often advises her to grow a “thick skin.”
> “This is not going to change. You have to be thick-skinned. That’s the new word my mom uses at home,” Sara shared.
Still, the constant scrutiny can be mentally exhausting. “I can’t change it. I can just feel bad, but then move on,” she added.More Than Just Words: Trolling Affects Self-Worth
In another interview with Times Now Digital, Sara confessed that trolling once led her to question her self-worth. She called it “dehumanizing” and said it felt like people forgot she was a real person with feelings.
> “It’s hurtful when you’re criticized for no reason. You don’t know me or my struggles, but my mom does—and she feels that pain when I’m attacked online,” she said.
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Staying Focused on Work
Despite all the negativity, Sara has learned not to let it affect her work. She believes that focusing on acting is the only thing that matters.
> “I think the only solution is to stay focused on your job. What people say should not affect your spirit,” she concluded.
Sara Ali Khan’s honesty sheds light on how celebrity trolling can hurt not only stars but also their families. While Sara may have learned to deal with it, the pain it causes her mother Amrita Singh remains real. In a world that thrives on instant opini
ons, compassion and empathy are more important than ever.
