Social Media Trolls Fuel Debate Over Rashmika Mandanna and Triptii Dimri
Social media users have sparked a lively debate by drawing comparisons between two popular actresses, Rashmika Mandanna and Triptii Dimri, focusing on their personal lives, career paths and the trolling they receive online. While both stars enjoy significant success in Indian cinema, the discussion has highlighted how celebrity culture and public scrutiny intersect in the age of social media.
The discussion took off when users on various platforms began pointing out similarities in how both actresses experienced romantic relationships early in their careers and how these relationships intersected with their work in films. For Rashmika, her first lead role in Kirik Party coincided with her relationship with co-actor Rakshit Shetty. Triptii Dimri, known for her role in the Hindi film Animal, was romantically linked with a film producer early in her career, a relationship that ended amid disagreements.
Commentators also noted that both women have faced intense and sometimes harsh reactions online, regardless of their achievements. Rashmika, often dubbed a “national crush”, has been trolled for her opinions and public statements, including a recent remark about relationships that sparked criticism from some social media users. Many felt her comments invited unnecessary personal scrutiny.
Triptii, meanwhile, has drawn attention for her bold screen presence and choice of roles. While some praise her performances, others on social media have been quick to judge her work and personal life, sometimes in ways that critics argue are unfair or sexist. Discussions about her image and career reflect broader commentary about how actresses are perceived and discussed online today.
Fans of both actresses have pushed back against negative commentary, arguing that personal relationships and choices should not define professional success. Many point out that joining the film industry inevitably brings public attention, and that both Rashmika and Triptii have navigated their careers with resilience despite frequent online trolling.
The debate underscores a wider issue within entertainment culture: social media can lift stars up one moment and pull them down the next. For women in films especially, personal life, career decisions and public perception often become tangled in ways that male counterparts may not experience to the same extent. As Rashmika and Triptii continue to work on new projects and build diverse careers, the conversation around celebrity, criticism and respect on social media shows no sign of fading.
