EXCLUSIVE: Sonakshi Sinha Opens Up About Childhood Bullying – “It Was A Part Of My Life, Not Something That Defined Me”
Growing up isn’t easy for anyone, but for those constantly under public scrutiny, it can be especially tough. In an exclusive chat with Instant Bollywood, Nikita Roy actress Sonakshi Sinha opened up about a painful yet important chapter of her childhood; being bullied for her weight.
EXCLUSIVE: Sonakshi Sinha Opens Up About Childhood Bullying – “It Was A Part Of My Life, Not Something That Defined Me”
During the interview, Sonakshi was asked if those early experiences made her more insecure or harsh toward herself.
With calm clarity, she shared, “During growing up years, when you get so much scrutiny, it’s very difficult for any teenager. And I’m not just talking about myself, there are so many people who go through such times. They get bullied just for the way they look – which is a very sad reality of life.”
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She acknowledged the problem but refused to let it become her identity. She pointed out that conversations around bullying and body shaming are far more open today than they were during her own teenage years.
“People stand up against it more vocally than they used to back then. It was a part of my growing up, but it’s not something that defined me.”
“I Wanted To Make A Change, Made A Change & Moved On” – Sonakshi Sinha
It is not just the pain of the experience that Sonakshi moved past. She made it very clear that she chose not to carry the weight of those memories into adulthood.
“I’m not someone who’ll hold on to that and derive anything from it because I don’t want to live my life in resentment. I didn’t come here carrying grudges. It was a part of my life. I wanted to make a change, I made a change, I moved on.”
When asked directly if those early years left any scars, she gently but firmly shook off the idea. “No, no scar. I wouldn’t say that. That’s what I’m saying. It’s a choice. If you want to keep sitting with that thought and always think about it, or if you want to move on and live a happy life. So, I don’t think I’m scarred by it.”
Instead of clinging to past hurt, she chose growth, healing and happiness.
