I Have Become A Punching Bag For Trolls: Rashmika Speaks Out

The national crush Rashmika Mandanna is a rising star to new heights each day and with each film. That is all we know, but there is a lot of pain and suffering behind her infectious smile. The lady opened up today with a lengthy post on her social media handle addressing the negativity, hate, and trolling she has been receiving for the last few years.

Rashmika says her post to address the trolls is not to win over anything or anyone, just to convey that she is not ready to be demoralized, mocked, or ridiculed for the things she has not said.

While also saying she acknowledges the love she is receiving, she says that love and constant support are what kept her going this long. She also says she was told to ignore the negativity but says it has gone only worse over time.

Here is what she wrote on her Instagram post:

A couple of things have been troubling me these last few days or weeks or months or maybe even years now and I think it’s time I address it. I am only speaking for myself – something I should have done years ago.

I have been on the receiving end of a lot of hate ever since I started my career. Quite literally a punching bag for a lot of trolls and negativity out there.

I know that the life I’ve chosen comes with a price– I understand that I’m not everyone’s cup of tea and certainly don’t expect to be loved by every single person out there. That doesn’t mean because you don’t approve of me you can spew negativity instead.

Only I know the kind of work I put in, day in and day out to make you all happy. The happiness you feel from the work I put out is what I care about most. I really am trying the best I can to put out things that both you and I are proud of.

It’s heart breaking and frankly quite demoralising when I’m being ridiculed and mocked by the internet especially for things that I HAVE NOT SAID.

I’ve found that bits of things I’ve said in interviews are being turned against me. False narratives being spread across the internet that can be very harmful to me and the relationships I have in or outside the industry.

I welcome constructive criticism because that’s only going to push me to improve and do better. But what’s with the vile negativity and hate?

For the longest time I’ve been told to ignore it. But it has only gotten worse. By addressing it, I’m not trying to win anyone over.

I don’t want to feel closeted and forced to change as a human being because of this hate I keep receiving.

** That being said, I do recognise and acknowledge all the love I’ve been receiving from the rest of you. Your constant love and support is what has kept me going and given me the courage to come out and say this.

I only have love for everyone around me, the people I’ve worked with so far, all of whom I’ve always admired. I will continue to work hard and do better for you. Because like I said, making you happy -makes me happy.

Be kind everyone. We’re all trying to do our best. Thankyou.