Neel Samarthh: People are more inclined towards showing off now rather than maintain privacy

Time of India

09-06-2025

Actor Neel Samarthh, known for his roles in Tera Kya Hoga Alia, Waaris, Kundali Bhagya, and Sapnon Ki Chalang, is currently seen in Sabse Bada Rupaiya. He says that while people often talk about the need for privacy, social media is a platform that is often used to show off your personal life.
The actor who will soon be seen in the web series Rose Garden, adds that people often post so much content just to talk about their achievements, routine and where they are currently.
'I feel that people nowadays are more inclined towards showing off. It honestly saddens me that many have lost touch with the essence of being wise. There's a growing sense of pretentiousness constantly posting countless stories and sharing every detail of their daily routine and whereabouts.
What they often don't realize is that such overexposure could one day lead to serious consequences,' he says.
He adds that he has seen this happen even with his close friends. 'I've seen this firsthand with some friends who have done reality shows. After coming out, they've started posting things that neither make sense nor serve any real purpose. I do understand, though, that for many, it has become an addiction, an endless cycle of seeking validation.
But in the long run, this could seriously affect their mental well-being.
I just hope people become aware of this before it's too late. I also have people around me who are completely broke and deeply unhappy in real life, yet their social media tells a completely different story, one of joy, success, and perfection. It's heartbreaking to witness. I genuinely wish I could tell them to stop chasing fake attention and instead focus on discovering what truly brings them peace and soulful happiness,' he says.
Talking about himself, he says, 'If I talk about myself, I genuinely believe in real things. I don't want my life to be an illusion created for social media. I know some people might say I don't post regularly or that I'm not very active online but honestly, my real life matters more to me than putting on a show for the internet. I don't want to show off; I want to live in the moment, feel nature, and truly experience life. Every moment I spend with myself, I want it to be authentic.
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The actor adds that being active on social media isn't really the only way to do well in the industry. 'People often say that to get work, it's important to constantly showcase yourself on social media. I partially agree with that, but not entirely. If that were completely true, then every influencer would've already become an actor or a star. There's more to success than just visibility; it's about depth, talent, and staying true to who you are,' he says.
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