Vikrant Massey Opens Up About Social Media Abuse After The Sabarmati Report Release

Actor Vikrant Massey has opened up about the toll social media criticism once took on his emotional and mental health. The actor, who is currently receiving appreciation for his performance in Musafir Cafe, recently appeared on Shekhar Suman's talk show and recalled facing abuse, threats, and the leaking of his personal details after the release of The Sabarmati Report.

Facing Abuse and Threats

Vikrant talked about the growing toxicity on social media, recalling how it impacted his emotional and mental health. He said, “I did a film called The Sabarmati Report, and I am extremely proud of that film. When I did that film, people used the word you used, propaganda. People called that film propaganda. We made it on the Godhra train burning. We made it on the burning of the Sabarmati Express. I had to listen to a lot of abuse. My WhatsApp number was leaked. My car number was leaked. People threatened me openly.”

A Difficult Time for Vikrant Massey

He further explained that the time was particularly difficult for him because his son was just six months old and said, “My son had just been born then. He was just six months old. I was heavily impacted, and I openly said this in the media. However, over time, I realised that they are all cowards, and it doesn’t matter to me what people talk about me. What matters is that my own people are my responsibility. I am answerable to them.”

The Sabarmati Report: A Thrilling Political Drama

The Sabarmati Report is a 2024 Hindi political thriller directed by Dheeraj Sarna and starring Vikrant Massey, Raashii Khanna, and Ridhi Dogra in key roles. The film is inspired by the 27 February 2002 burning of the Sabarmati Express at Godhra, Gujarat, in which 59 people died.

A Story of Investigative Journalism

The story follows journalist Samar Kumar, played by Vikrant Massey, who is sent to Godhra to report on the tragedy. Years later, journalist Amrita Gill, played by Raashii Khanna, discovers Samar's old report and joins him in investigating what happened.

Musafir Cafe Season 2 Renewed

After the success of Musafir Cafe Season 1, Netflix has renewed the show for a second season. Vikrant will reprise his role as Chander alongside Vedika Pinto, Mahima Makwana, Siddhartha, Anubha Fatehpuria, Loveleen Mishra, and Sadia Siddiqui.

A Word from Riya Sharma

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