Cinema VinesActor Shilpa Shetty Kundra has denied that she posted a controversial statement on reservation that has been circulating on social media. A screenshot purporting to come from her Instagram handle went viral, claiming that she urged people to avoid reservations and to let doctors from the general category treat only general category patients, while others should treat only patients from their own caste. The post suggested that after a few years people would ask to end caste‑based reservation, arguing that skill cannot be gained through reservation.
Shetty responded swiftly on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, saying she was shocked to see “fake statements on reservation false attached to my name. This is completely fabricated, malicious garbage.” The actress made it clear that the screenshot was not her words and that she had no involvement in the message.
Meanwhile, Shetty has been busy on the professional front. She recently appeared as the face of a cooking‑based reality show, showcasing her versatility beyond acting. The incident has sparked a flurry of comments on social media, with many users debating the merits of reservation policies.
Rishabh Suri, an assistant editor and film critic for HT City, noted that the news cycle moves faster than the popcorn gets cold, and that such viral claims can quickly become part of the larger circus of showbiz. He emphasizes the importance of cutting through the noise to focus on the facts, especially when stories are being made and trends shift.
