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Bollywood Stars Open Up About Mental Health Battles to Inspire Millions
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News18•10-10-2026, 09:00
Bollywood Stars Open Up About Mental Health Battles to Inspire Millions
- •Deepika Padukone has been a vocal advocate for emotional wellness after battling clinical depression and founding an organization to help others.
- •Shah Rukh Khan dealt with profound grief and emotional trauma following the early loss of his parents, often throwing himself into work to cope.
- •Anushka Sharma opened up about her struggle with anxiety disorder and actively promotes seeking professional help to normalize therapy.
- •Ileana D Cruz bravely shared her long-term experiences with body dysmorphia and severe depression, emphasizing the beauty of personal imperfections.
- •Varun Dhawan experienced anxiety symptoms and sadness while working on the intense film Badlapur, prompting him to consult a doctor.
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Varun Dhawan developed symptoms of anxiety while working on the film Badlapur, noting that he felt very sad and sought help from a doctor.
Ileana D’Cruz opened up about her long-term battles with body dysmorphia and severe depression while attending the 21st World Congress of Mental Health in New Delhi.
Shah Rukh Khan dealt with the emotional trauma and deep sadness of losing both parents at a young age by immersing himself deeply in his work to avoid emotional breakdowns.
