Vriddhi Patwa Breaks Silence on Dolly and Riva Controversy

Explains her Choice
Fans had been asking for weeks why Vriddhi had been quiet while the feud between influencers Dolly and Riva played out on social media. "It was a deliberate decision," she said in the interview.

“I didn’t feel the need to stand up for people who questioned my content, my personality, and even the people around me before,” said Vriddhi. She added that she believes loyalty goes both ways. 

"It is very unfair to be asked to take sides in a public spat when I have my own experiences of being criticised by the same people," she said. “I’m not doing drama for views.” “I’m here to make content and be me,” she said.

A new debate erupts over the interview
The interview has reignited discussions online. Clips from the chat soon went viral with fans divided on her stance. Some liked her for not taking sides or getting caught up in the negativity. Others argued that remaining silent during a controversy can also be a sign of taking sides.

The debate also brought up a bigger issue in the creator space — the pressure to weigh in on every feud and the expectation that influencers have to have an opinion on everything.

Vriddhi said she knows people are curious, but she wants to focus on her work rather than controversies. She also spoke about mental health and the effect that constant online drama can have on creators.

Full interview available now
The entire conversation is now live on TellyChakkar’s YouTube channel. Vriddhi talks about the Dolly-Riva issue at length, her journey as a creator and how she handles criticism in it.

“I still support people who supported me,” she also told the publication, addressing rumours about her friendships within the industry.

This is the first time that Vriddhi has spoken in detail about the controversy during the interview It answers the call for fans who’ve been waiting for her take, where she’s at, choosing peace over taking sides.