Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty Kundra has responded to a viral social media statement falsely linked to her name, making it clear that she had no connection with the controversial remarks.
A post circulating online claimed that the actress supported ending caste-based reservation, sparking discussions across social media platforms.
The statement, which was wrongly attributed to Shilpa Shetty, included comments about reservation policies and medical professionals based on caste categories.
Soon after the post gained attention, the actress took to her social media accounts to clarify her position and deny making such remarks.
Shilpa strongly rejected the claim, calling it completely fabricated and misleading. She urged people not to trust unverified information spreading online.
The actress wrote that she was shocked to see fake statements attached to her name and described the viral post as false and malicious content.
She also advised her followers to avoid believing misinformation and verify claims before sharing them on social media.
The incident highlights the growing issue of fake quotes and misleading posts involving public figures, where celebrities often have to publicly clarify statements they never made.
On the professional front, Shilpa Shetty was recently seen in the Kannada action film KD: The Devil, featuring alongside actor Dhruva Sarja. The movie was released on April 30.
The actress also recently completed her hosting duties for the cooking reality show Maa Hai Na, which concluded on July 1.
Despite the controversy surrounding the fake statement, Shilpa continues to focus on her acting projects and entertainment career while maintaining a strong connection with her fans.