Rashmika Mandanna opens up on receiving hate, says, ‘It’s heartbreaking when I’m being ridiculed for things I HAVE NOT...’

Rashmika Mandanna penned a long note on Instagram in which she talked about her experiences of receiving hate on social media and being blamed for the things she did not say.

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New Delhi: Rashmika Mandanna who recently marked her debut in Bollywood with Amitabh Bachchan starrer ‘Goodbye’ has opened up on the hate that she has been receiving online for quite some time now. The actress penned a long note on Instagram in which she talked about her experiences of being mocked on the internet and being blamed for the things she did not say. 

“Hi so.. 
A couple of things have been troubling me these last few days or weeks or months or maybe even years now and I think it’s time I address it. I am only speaking for myself – something I should have done years ago. I have been on the receiving end of a lot of hate ever since I started my career. Quite literally a punching bag for a lot of trolls and negativity out there. I know that the life I’ve chosen comes with a price– I understand that I’m not everyone’s cup of tea and certainly don’t expect to be loved by every single person out there. That doesn’t mean because you don’t approve of me you can spew negativity instead.” 

Continuing further, she wrote, “Only I know the kind of work I put in, day in and day out to make you all happy. The happiness you feel from the work I put out is what I care about most. I really am trying the best I can to put out things that both you and I are proud of. It’s heart breaking and frankly quite demoralizing when I’m being ridiculed and mocked by the internet especially for things that I HAVE NOT SAID. I’ve found that bits of things I’ve said in interviews are being turned against me. False narratives being spread across the internet that can be very harmful to me and the relationships I have in or outside the industry. I welcome constructive criticism because that’s only going to push me to improve and do better. But what’s with the vile negativity and hate?” 

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“For the longest time I’ve been told to ignore it. But it has only gotten worse. By addressing it, I’m not trying to win anyone over. I don’t want to feel closeted and forced to change as a human being because of this hate I keep receiving. That being said, I do recognise and acknowledge all the love I’ve been receiving from the rest of you. Your constant love and support is what has kept me going and given me the courage to come out and say this.” 

Concluding the note she said, “I only have love for everyone around me, the people I’ve worked with so far, all of whom I’ve always admired. I will continue to work hard and do better for you. Because like I said, making you happy -makes me happy. Be kind everyone. We’re all trying to do our best. Thankyou.”

Talking about her work front, Rashmika will next be seen in ‘Varisu’ opposite Thalapathy Vijay. Apart from that, she will also be seen in ‘Pushpa: The Rule’ alongside Allu Arjun.