Former Bigg Boss 15 contestant Rajiv Adatia has jumped to the defense of television actress Shivangi Joshi after she was targeted by Shreya Kalra, who called her 'flop' and accused her of 'overacting' in a recent social media post. The exchange has ignited a heated debate among fans and industry insiders.
Shreya Kalra's Controversial Remarks
Shreya Kalra, known for her role in 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', took to Instagram Stories to criticize Shivangi Joshi's performance in her latest project. Kalra wrote, "Such a flop actress. Overacting at its peak. No wonder she couldn't sustain her career." The post quickly went viral, drawing reactions from netizens and celebrities alike.
Rajiv Adatia's Strong Response
Rajiv Adatia, who gained fame as a contestant on Bigg Boss 15, did not hold back in his reply. In an interview with a leading entertainment portal, Adatia said, "Shreya Kalra has no right to call anyone flop. She herself is a struggling actress who has done nothing substantial in her career. Shivangi is a talented performer with a massive fan following. Such comments only show jealousy."
Adatia further added, "I have worked with Shivangi and she is one of the most dedicated actresses I know. It's unfortunate that people try to pull others down for no reason."
Fan Reactions and Social Media War
The feud has divided fans on social media. Many supported Rajiv Adatia's stance, praising him for standing up for Shivangi Joshi. One user tweeted, "Rajiv is a true friend. Shivangi doesn't need to prove anything to anyone." However, others criticized Adatia for interfering, with one comment reading, "Why is Rajiv getting involved? This is between Shreya and Shivangi."
Shivangi Joshi, known for her iconic role in 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', has not yet responded to the controversy. Her fans have been trending hashtags like #WeStandWithShivangi on Twitter, urging her to ignore the negativity.
Industry Reactions
Several television personalities have weighed in on the matter. Actor Karan Mehra, a former co-star of Shivangi, said, "Shivangi is a hardworking actress. Such baseless comments don't affect her credibility." Meanwhile, producer Rajan Shahi, who has worked with both actresses, declined to comment, stating, "I prefer not to engage in personal feuds."
The incident has once again highlighted the toxic culture of online trolling in the entertainment industry. According to a recent survey by the Indian Broadcasting Foundation, over 60% of television actors have faced online harassment at some point in their careers.
What's Next?
As the war of words continues, fans are eagerly waiting for Shivangi Joshi's official response. Meanwhile, Rajiv Adatia has made it clear that he will continue to support his friend. "I don't care about the backlash. I will always stand by my friends," he asserted.
