Vidya Balan Denies PR Allegations Over Rohit Sharma Post

Vidya Balan Clarifies: Praise for Rohit Sharma Was Genuine

Vidya Balan found herself in the midst of online controversy after her social media post praising cricketer Rohit Sharma sparked allegations of being a PR move. The actress had lauded Sharma for stepping back from the Sydney Test against Australia due to poor form, a decision she described as courageous.

In her post, Vidya wrote, “Rohit Sharma, what a SUPERSTAR. To take a pause & catch your breath requires courage … More power to you … Respect !!” However, the post invited criticism from netizens, who speculated that her admiration was orchestrated by Rohit Sharma’s PR team. Critics were quick to dig up past interviews where Vidya mentioned she is not an avid cricket fan, further fueling the skepticism.

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Addressing these allegations, Vidya Balan’s team issued a statement denying any involvement of PR in her comments. “Ms. Balan posted this completely of her own volition because she was moved by Rohit Sharma’s selfless act. She is not an avid sports fan, but she deeply respects those who display dignity and class under pressure,” the statement read.

The team dismissed the rumors as baseless, emphasizing that her praise was a genuine reaction to Sharma’s decision to prioritize the team’s performance over personal milestones.

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On the professional front, Vidya Balan recently impressed fans with her return as Manjulika in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 alongside Kartik Aaryan and Madhuri Dixit. The film’s success marked another milestone in her illustrious career.

While the controversy rages online, Vidya’s team hopes this statement will put an end to the unfounded allegations, spotlighting her genuine admiration for Rohit Sharma’s courage.

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