2024-11-08 10:02:13 :
November 8, 2024: Bollywood star Arjun Kapoor, famous for the movie ” gundi, 2 statesand singham againrecently opened up about his struggles with mental health challenges and Hashimoto’s thyroid disease. during an interview India Hollywood ReporterArjun recounts how these personal struggles profoundly impacted his life and career.
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Kapoor’s career has been marked by successes and setbacks over the years. After a series of box office flops, the actor found himself struggling with self-doubt and emotional turmoil. He admitted that repeated failures began to affect his mental health, causing him to develop symptoms of depression.
“Being a ‘fat kid’ came with its own trauma,” Arjun explains, reflecting on his lifelong struggle with body image. The disappointment of the film’s lack of success exacerbated his struggles and made him question his purpose in the industry. “I just felt like something was wrong. I didn’t even enjoy going to the movies anymore,” he said, revealing how out of touch his passion for movies was.
During this challenging time, Arjun began receiving treatment, which became a turning point in his journey. “I started seeking therapy a year ago,” he shared, describing it as a decision to put personal well-being over professional stress. Although finding the right therapist took time, the support he received helped him face his struggles.
In addition to her mental health issues, Arjun has been diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland. The condition also affected his mother and sister, affecting his weight and energy levels, further complicating his self-image. “I can see my body changing in different movies, and it’s frustrating,” he revealed, acknowledging how the health challenge affected his appearance and emotional well-being.
Despite these obstacles, Arjun is on a path to recovery and self-acceptance. Speaking about his journey, he emphasized the importance of taking responsibility for your own health, saying: “At the end of the day, you are responsible for your own well-being.”
Kapoor’s candidness about his struggles resonated with fans and shined a light on the often-ignored issues of mental health and chronic illness in the film industry.
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