In a recent incident, Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor, son of veteran Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor, took to the social media platform X to address his critics. Despite being a part of several well-received films, Harsh Varrdhan has struggled to establish a strong foothold in the film industry, unlike his more successful siblings. This has occasionally made him a target for online trolls.
Criticism for Luxurious Lifestyle and Family Wealth
One particular troll suggested that Harsh Varrdhan should focus on making “respectable” films rather than indulging in luxury purchases allegedly funded by his father’s wealth. In response, the actor challenged the credibility of the troll by questioning their accomplishments compared to his own filmography, which includes titles like Ray, Bhavesh Joshi, AK vs AK, and Mirzya. He dismissed the critic as an insignificant individual resorting to bitterness online, even highlighting their apparent preference for football teams with wealthy backers.
Standing Firm Against Online Detractors
The exchange did not end there. Harsh Varrdhan continued to engage with other detractors, which eventually led some to retract their initial comments. His persistent engagement showcased his unwillingness to remain passive in the face of online negativity.
Manchester City .. like a ponzi scam .. one day the bubble will burst all the lies will be revealed .. pep will leave and they will fade.. they don’t have many real fans they don’t have a real history.. just hope when they fade were In a good place to dominate for a few years
— Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor (@HarshKapoor_) April 17, 2024
Responding to Comparisons with Notorious Film Critics
When another user compared his social media responses to those of a notorious film critic, Harsh Varrdhan clarified that he was merely responding to personal attacks, not critiquing films. He pointed out the irony of the user’s familiarity with the critic’s reviews, further challenging the assumptions underlying their comments.
Calling Out Offensive Remarks and Racial Slurs
In another instance, Harsh Varrdhan was confronted with a derogatory remark about his attendance at sporting events. Not one to shy away, he immediately called out the racial slur embedded in the user’s comment, showing a firm stance against offensive language.
Where can I watch your films ? How many have you done ? I’ve done Ray thar bhavesh joshi and Ak vs ak , mirzya .. who are you ? An irrelevant loser who’s bitter on twitter who started supporting city once they got Rich with Arab money .. https://t.co/2VikQBa2dB
— Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor (@HarshKapoor_) April 18, 2024
Facing Criticisms of Privilege and Disconnect
Harsh Varrdhan’s responses on social media echo the criticisms faced by his sister, Sonam Kapoor, regarding their perceived disconnect from reality due to their privileged backgrounds. Nonetheless, this incident adds to a series of interactions where Harsh Varrdhan has showcased his wit and readiness to engage with detractors, challenging their assumptions and biases head-on.