The internet loves a storm, and this time, it found one in a simple wellness video. Trolls attacked, comments exploded, and now entrepreneur and television personality Namita Thapar has finally broken her silence. And she did not hold back.
From defending her intentions to calling out abusive language, her response has turned another viral moment. But behind the noise lies bigger conversation about respect, religion, and also price of speaking online.
Backlash after a wellness video
The controversy began in March when Namita, who is also Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and judge on Shark Tank India, shared video discussing health benefits of namaz.
In the clip, she described namaz as full-body exercise that could help flexibility, improve joint and knee health, boost blood circulation. She also explained that repetitive meditative nature of prayer could support mental well-being.
Namita further pointed out that posture of Vajrasana, which appears during namaz, aids digestion and provides calming pause from daily chaos.
But instead of being received as a wellness insight, the video triggered criticism from a section of social media users. Some questioned her intentions, while others posted harsh comments.
“Three weeks of abuse”: Namita speaks out
🎥 | Entrepreneur and television personality Namita Thapar has finally spoken out after facing weeks of online trolling over a #viral wellness video. She called out the abusive comments, defended her intent, and raised concerns about respect, religion, and the growing cost of… pic.twitter.com/9bNfpxcQ91
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On Monday, Namita took to X to address the trolling directly. She shared a video explaining that she had been facing continuous abuse for nearly three weeks.
In the clip, she said people had been calling her derogatory names nonstop. She also revealed that her mother was dragged into the controversy and targeted with offensive remarks.
Thapar questioned why a reel about health benefits sparked such reactions especially when she has earlier made videos about Hindu rituals and yoga practices. She reminded viewers that she frequently shares content on Yoga Day including videos on asanas and Surya Namaskar which were widely accepted.
Namita stressed that she is a healthcare professional and her intention was purely to talk about wellness. She asked why the same logic was not applied to her namaz video.
“Religion means respect,” she says
In her message, Namita said she was taught that “R for Religion means R for Respect.” She questioned whether the abusive comments reflected that value.
She also mentioned that many people speak loudly about issues affecting women, such as reservation debates, but stay quiet when women are insulted online.
Namita made it clear she has learned to stand up for herself. She said no one else would speak on her behalf, so she chose to respond directly.
She also reminded trolls about the concept of karma, adding that she is a proud Hindu. Her statement emphasised that respecting other religions does not weaken one’s own faith.
The entrepreneur ended the message by saying people could continue trolling if they wished, but they should remember that “God is watching.” She also urged “educated Hindus who believe religion means respect” to help make her response video go viral, just like the negative posts did.