Kiara Advani Says Sidharth Malhotra Helped Her Deal With Social Media Negativity

"How constant negativity on social media affected my mental health and the way Sidharth Malhotra helped me see what really matters," the actor said.

“It began to get to me.”
Kiara recently opened up in a chat about how it is not easy to deal with online criticism and nasty comments. 

She said the incessant chatter and trolling started to wear her down, as it does many public figures. “It’s hard when you see negativity every day,” she said, adding she had to find a way to protect her peace.

Sidharth’s Advice: Don’t Let Unknown People Have That Power
Kiara’s words on Sidharth were, “He reminded me of something very simple but important: don't let strangers on the internet disturb your mental peace.

“His words made me realise that the opinions of people who know me, like my family and close friends, matter more than anonymous comments,” she said. That was really a turning point for me,” Kiara said.

Learning to Concentrate on Reality
The actress said she is now trying to consciously avoid letting social media dictate her self-worth. 

She’s opting to ignore the negativity and concentrate on her work, her loved ones and her own happiness.

Kiara’s lesson has been to put boundaries on the internet and to remember that not every comment deserves a response.

A Call For Psychological Well-Being
Kiara’s words have resonated with fans. Her experience was shared on social media by many, who said this is what many people face with online negativity.

She was being pretty clear: in a time of infinite scrolling, protecting your mental health is about who you let into your head.