Cinema VinesActor Anupama Parameswaran has opened up about a painful two‑year period of narcissistic abuse that ultimately led to a public break‑up, after she posted a reflective video on Instagram last month. In the clip, the 27‑year‑old, known for her roles in Telugu and Malayalam cinema, was seen walking along a beach and spoke about “letting go of the dead ends” to find peace. The post, which ended with the line “I love you all,” quickly went viral and sparked a range of reactions from supporters and critics alike.
In a candid interview with “I AM” hosted by Dhanya Varma, Parameswaran explained that the decision to share her story was not impulsive. She said, “I didn’t want to post something random; I wanted to post when I was ready, when I actually healed.” The actress revealed that the two years of abuse had taken a toll on her physically and emotionally, causing her to lose weight and feel increasingly “shrunken” in her own life.
Parameswaran identified several groups of people who responded to her post. She noted that some people who had experienced similar abuse were quick to offer support, while others, who had only heard the term “narcissistic abuse” in passing, reacted with misunderstandings or negative assumptions. She warned that the most dangerous group were those who had not yet recognized the abuse in their own lives, as they might unknowingly perpetuate it.
Although she did not name her former partner, the actress described how the relationship began with a sense of excitement that gradually turned into emotional and physical deterioration. She said she “started to shrink” and that the abuse had left her feeling powerless and fearful.
Parameswaran’s Instagram caption, “Sometimes, you have to let go of the dead ends to finally find your peace,” was a declaration of autonomy. She added, “From today, I choose my voice. I choose my life. No more permissions. No more fear.” The actress thanked her fans for their support and expressed gratitude for the newfound freedom she now enjoys.
