Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor faced severe backlash and was trolled online after chanting "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" at a Dahi Handi event in Ghatkopar, Mumbai, on Saturday (August 16). Netizens mocked her, claiming she had confused the occasion with Independence Day. After facing criticism, Janhvi has now responded, and addressed the online outrage.
The actress took to her Instagram story on Sunday (August 17), showing that BJP MLA Ram Kadam had chanted "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" first, and she was merely responding. However, her part was cut and circulated, going viral online. She wrote, "Unke bolne ke baad nahi bolti toh problem, aur bolo toh bhi video ko kaat ke meme material. Waise sirf Janmashtami nahi, roz bolungi Bharat Mata ki jai."
Check out Janhvi Kapoor's response:
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Janhvi Kapoor Mobbed & Pushed By Fans
Meanwhile, another video from the event surfaced on Saturday, showing Janhvi being mobbed by fans. Social media clips captured her exiting the venue and making her way to her car, with her bodyguard trying to protect her as she was pushed multiple times. Despite the chaos, she smiled for her fans, though the crowd made it difficult for her to reach her car.
Janhvi Kapoor Upcoming Film
Janhvi Kapoor is all set for the release of Param Sundari, featuring Sidharth Malhotra in the lead.
Soon after the trailer of Param Sundari was unveiled recently, reminding many fans of Deepika Padukone and Shah Rukh Khan’s Chennai Express (2013).
Param Sundari Story
Janhvi plays Sundari from Kerala, while Sidharth portrays Param, a Delhi boy, in Param Sundari. The film follows their love story, which transcends geography, language, and cultural backgrounds.
The film is slated to release on August 29, 2025.
