Publish: 10:14, 23 Oct, 2024 Updated: 10:19, 23 Oct, 2024

Kajol says, “Life on social media is not real”

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Kajol says, “Life on social media is not real”
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Bollywood actress Kajol has been in the industry for quite some time. During her career, her vibrant screen presence has gifted fans with many iconic roles. As social media has become more widespread, the actress recently noted her happiness in having lived without it. She has also reflected on dealing with online trolling.

During a recent conversation with India Express, Kajol talked about her views on social media and the criticism that public figures are subjected to online. In her candid self, she stated, “I am thankful that I lived a whole life without social media.” She noted that she came back on the social media platforms only six years ago.

The actress emphasised that life on social media is also not real. According to her, people would see her photo on the red carpet but would overlook the efforts behind it. She explained that the fact that she woke up at 5:00am to get ready, came back at 11:30pm exhausted, and had to be back at work the next morning will not be considered.

Kajol mentioned that one only sees a snapshot of it, as opposed to the reality of them working hard like anyone else. The actress admitted having good and bad days, yet it is the posts where they’re smiling that make it to social media.

Talking about the trolling online that public figures are often subjected to, the actress highlighted her "slightly different" point of view towards it. She bluntly admitted, "When people love you so much, they also feel they have the right to hate you that much. So, I won’t say that they are right, but as public figures, we have to deal with that.”

The 50-year-old remains quite active on social media, where she keeps sharing her candid views and posts with her fans and followers.

On the professional front, Kajol is getting ready for the release of her new film, “Do Patti”. The mystery-thriller stars Kriti Sanon and Shaheer Sheikh in the key roles. Directed by Shashanka Chaturvedi and backed by Kanika Dhillon and Kriti, it is poised to release on Netflix on 25 October.

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