Negativity sells: Abhishek Bachchan explains his silence over family rumours
Actor Abhishek Bachchan has addressed the trolls who often target him and his family. In a recent interview, he discussed how misinformation affects him and his family. Additionally, he explained why he chooses not to respond to rumours and false information circulating about them.Speaking to ETimes, the actor said that engaging with such negativity does not serve any purpose and only fuels the spread of misinformation. He emphasised the importance of focusing on his work and personal life without getting distracted by baseless claims.advertisementAbhishek said, "Previously, things that were said about me didn't affect me. Today, I have a family, and it's very upsetting. Even if I clarify something, people will turn it around. Because negative news sells. You're not me. You don't live my life. You're not answerable to the people that I'm answerable to."
He further explained, "The people who put out such negativity have to live with their conscience. They need to deal with their conscience and answer to their maker. See, it's not just me. I don't get affected. I know what the rigmarole of this place is. There are families involved. I'll give you a very good example of this whole new fad of trolling."The actor recalled an incident where he once shared a post, and a user made a 'nasty' remark about him. His friend Sikander Kher was upset by the comment, but Abhishek responded to the troll by sharing his address and challenging him to say it to his face.advertisementAbhishek continued, "It's so convenient to sit anonymously behind a computer screen and write the nastiest things. You do realise you're hurting somebody. No matter how thick-skinned they are, it affects them. How would you like it if somebody did that to you? If you're going to say it on the internet, I dare you to come say it to me on my face.""That person clearly will never have the guts to come and tell me this on my face. If someone comes and tells me things on my face, then I will feel they have conviction. I will respect that," he concluded.On the work front, Abhishek Bachchan is promoting his upcoming film 'Kaalidhar Laapata'. It will begin streaming on ZEE5 from July 4.- EndsMust Watch
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