Actor responds to backlash, says public figures face criticism and learn from mistakes while handling fame and online scrutiny responsibly.
Months after a wedding video from a public event went viral and triggered online criticism, actor Vicky Kaushal controversy has finally been addressed. Speaking to The Nod Magazine, he said public figures are not expected to be perfect all the time and added that criticism, when constructive, can become a learning experience.
What sparked the controversy?
The issue began in March, when a video from a wedding celebration leaked on social media and swiftly spread. Vicky Kaushal was seen interacting with the groom's father in the video, jokingly echoing his famous "How's the josh?" statement.
During the exchange, he quipped that bachelors have a lot of energy and passion, whereas married individuals tend to lose that zeal over time. Although he clarified that this "drop" does not occur soon, many viewers took the comment seriously. The video quickly went viral on several platforms and generated online discussion.
Several social media users criticized the comment, claiming it relied on outmoded notions about marriage and gender roles. What began as a humorous joke at a celebratory event evolved into a larger discussion about celebrity responsibility and the limits of public jokes.
How Vicky responded to the criticism
Vicky responded to the controversy by stating that being a public figure naturally brings both acclaim and criticism. He remarked that celebrities are under no need to be flawless and that mistakes or misinterpretations are common in public life. He believes that how one responds to that attention is more important.
He also stated that constructive input, even negative comments, might be beneficial. Vicky also stated that he has no control over how people interpret his remarks and wants to focus on personal development rather than public image. He understood that fame is a double-edged sword and that learning to handle it wisely is critical.
Vicky Kaushal married Katrina Kaif in 2021, and they welcomed a son in 2025. On the work front, he will next act in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, which is set to be released in January 2027 and stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.
Thus, Business Fortune is of the view that public scrutiny of celebrities’ casual remarks reflects evolving expectations of accountability and context in the digital age.
