Content creator Apoorva Mukhija, popularly known as The Rebel Kid on social media, has been facing major backlash following controversy over her participation in Samay Raina's India's Got Latent show. She, along with YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia, faced criticism for making vulgar and crass remarks on the show.
Since her appearance on the show, Apoorva has been subjected to online abuse, including sexual assault threats, death threats, and harassment. . Reacting to this, her best friend and fellow content creator, Rida Tharana, slammed the trolls for their hateful remarks and extended her support to Apoorva.
She wrote, "I've never doubted that some people hate women simply for being women just for breathing, existing, loving themselves, and daring to grow. A woman could have the same issue as anyone else, but the fact that she's a woman always makes it worse. How do you ever feel safe when you're constantly threatened, scared for your life, and living in a country that was supposed to protect you?"
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"It's so unfair, the hate and cruelty she's being put through. I just hope none of you ever have to experience what she's going through," added Rida.
Meanwhile, Apoorva has been removed from the list of official ambassadors for the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) awards ceremony, scheduled to take place in Jaipur next month. The Karni Sena, allegedly threatened to disrupt the shoot planned with Apoorva.
According to a PTI report, Dr Paramweer Singh Dulawat, division head of Rajput Karni Sena, Udaipur, said, "Such indecent and uncultured people who are bringing their culture on the road for their selfish interest and spreading vulgarity will not only be opposed in Mewar but will be beaten with shoes. If they land at the Dabok Airport then they will be boycotted. It is a request and ultimatum to the Tourism Department that she should not come to Mewar before we take any step."
