Shilpa Shetty Denies Controversial Statements Amid Online Rumors
Shilpa Shetty Kundra has taken to social media to refute false claims and controversial statements attributed to her. The actress expressed her shock over the fabricated remarks that have circulated online, urging her followers to disregard the misinformation. The controversy arose from a viral screenshot that misrepresented her views on caste-based reservations in healthcare. Shilpa described these statements as 'malicious garbage' and confirmed they were never made by her. In addition to addressing the rumors, she continues to engage her audience through her recent projects, including a culinary show on ZEE5 and her role in the South Indian film 'KD: The Devil'.
Jul 28, 2026, 17:45 IST
Shilpa Shetty Addresses False Claims
Shilpa Shetty Kundra has firmly dismissed the rumors circulating about her and the alleged controversial remarks attributed to her. The actress expressed her disbelief on social media, stating that she is appalled by these fabricated statements, which she never made. The controversy began with a viral post that included a screenshot claiming to be from Shilpa's account, featuring misleading comments that sparked significant backlash against her.
Shilpa Shetty's Response
In light of the escalating situation, Shilpa took to her social media platforms to clarify the matter. She refuted the claims, stating, “I am shocked to see fake statements on false reservations attached to my name.” She urged her followers not to believe such misinformation, confirming that these statements are entirely false. Shilpa described the fabricated comments as 'malicious garbage' and emphasized, 'Do not fall for this fake news!' Her clarification was shared on both Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).Details of the Fake Screenshot
The actress found herself at the center of controversy after a misleading screenshot began circulating online. This image was purportedly taken from Shilpa's Instagram account and suggested that she supported a controversial stance on caste-based reservations in healthcare. The alleged statement read, “Don't touch the reservation. Let general category doctors treat only general category patients and let everyone else treat only patients from their own caste. Do this for a few years and people will start asking to end caste-based reservation themselves. You can't get skill through reservation.”Shilpa Shetty's Current Projects
Shilpa Shetty remains a prominent figure in Indian entertainment, frequently updating her fans on social media. She recently hosted a culinary competition show on ZEE5 titled Maa Hai Na. The program features influencers and celebrities competing in cooking challenges alongside their mothers.On the film front, Shilpa appeared in the recent South Indian film KD: The Devil, sharing the screen with notable actors such as Dhruva Sarja, Sanjay Dutt, Sudeep, Nora Fatehi, and Reeshma Nanaiah. The movie was released in theaters on April 30, 2026. Before this, she starred in Nikamma (2022) and Hungama 2 (2021).