Actor Janhvi Kapoor has candidly reflected on the emotional turmoil she faced after losing her mother, Sridevi, revealing how public judgment made an already painful time even more difficult.
Struggling to Cope With Loss
Recalling the days following Sridevi’s sudden demise in 2018, Janhvi shared that she felt completely lost and dependent.
“I didn’t know how to function on my own,” she admitted, explaining how she had relied on her mother for even the smallest decisions in daily life. The loss forced her to grow up quickly and learn independence she wasn’t prepared for.
Grief Under Public Lens
Janhvi revealed that her mourning became a subject of public scrutiny, with people constantly judging her reactions.
She recalled being criticised for how she expressed grief:
- “She is smiling too much”
- “She is not sad enough”
According to the actor, every gesture—whether she smiled or stayed quiet—was dissected, leaving her with little space to process her emotions privately.
Finding Her Own Voice
Facing constant judgment pushed Janhvi to develop her own sense of identity. She said the experience taught her to form her own opinions instead of being influenced by others.
Family Impact
Janhvi also spoke about how deeply the loss affected her family, especially her father, Boney Kapoor. She described Sridevi as the emotional anchor who held the family together with positivity and strength.
Moving Forward
Despite the challenges, Janhvi has continued to grow both personally and professionally. She was last seen in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari and is preparing for her upcoming film Peddi alongside Ram Charan.
Janhvi’s reflections highlight a deeply personal journey of grief, resilience, and self-discovery—navigating loss while under constant public gaze.