Babil Khan Addresses Controversy After Deleted Video Slamming Bollywood Celebrities

Babil Khan, the son of the late Irrfan Khan and a rising actor in the Hindi film industry, recently ignited controversy after sharing and subsequently deleting a heartfelt video on social media in which he criticized several fellow celebrities. Following the backlash, he deleted his Instagram account but has since returned to clarify his stance, describing the video's content as 'extremely misinterpreted.' His emotional video featured a critique of the Bollywood work environment, spotlighting peers such as Ananya Panday, Shanaya Kapoor, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Raghav Juyal, Arjun Kapoor, and Arijit Singh as part of his discussion. In defending himself, Babil emphasized that his comments were intended to support these colleagues rather than to belittle them. Babil’s return to Instagram included a post expressing gratitude to the actress Kubbra Sait for sharing a statement from his family regarding the controversy. He reiterated that his aim was to uplift his peers, saying, ‘I genuinely don’t have the energy to indulge more but I do this as a responsibility for my peers that I truly admire.’ Furthermore, Babil took time to acknowledge Raghav Juyal as a personal idol, showcasing a sense of community among younger actors. Tensions escalated when director Sai Rajesh, who is working with Babil on the Hindi remake of the film 'Baby', publicly criticized him, feeling that only those named in the original video received praise at the expense of others who supported him in his career. Responding to Rajesh, Babil expressed disappointment, emphasizing the efforts and dedication he had previously invested in the project. Their online spat has fueled discussions about their professional relationship and the film’s future. This incident underscores a broader narrative within the film industry about mental health, peer support, and the pressures of public scrutiny, particularly in social media. Babil’s plight and his subsequent clarification attempt reflect the intense dynamics at play in modern celebrity culture, where the lines between personal and professional lives often blur.