Mental Health Group Amaha Clarifies Janhvi Kapoor’s Addiction Remarks Following Viral Clip
Actor Janhvi Kapoor has received strong public support from the mental health organization Amaha after edited segments of her recent podcast appearance sparked widespread misinformation. The controversy began when out-of-context clips from Raj Shamani’s podcast led some social media users to believe the actress was speaking about a personal struggle with alcohol dependence. Amaha, in collaboration with Off The Rocks, issued a formal statement to correct these misleading assumptions and protect the integrity of the conversation.
The official clarification firmly stated that Janhvi Kapoor participated in the dialogue as a caregiver and ally, rather than someone with a personal history of addiction. The organization expressed deep concern over media pages misrepresenting the content for clickbait, noting that such actions disrespect those with real lived experiences. They emphasized that misrepresenting her role as a supporter undermines the sensitive work being done to address addiction and provides a false narrative to the public.
Amaha’s statement also called for greater accountability among digital platforms and media outlets, urging them to report on mental health topics with integrity and sensitivity. They highlighted that spreading misinformation in this space is harmful to the very community the initiative aims to help. The organization thanked those standing with them in their effort to maintain a respectful and accurate dialogue about critical health issues.
During the original podcast, Kapoor had discussed the broader context of alcohol addiction and explicitly mentioned that she had not personally struggled with it. While she did reflect on how the isolation of the COVID-19 period might lead people toward such habits, selective editing made these general reflections appear like personal admissions. The actress has been using her platform to support initiatives that provide a healing hand to those in recovery and their support systems.
On the work front, Janhvi Kapoor continues to make major strides in her career with a busy 2026 schedule. She is currently preparing for the highly anticipated release of the film Peddi, which marks her second significant Telugu project following Devara. Starring alongside global star Ram Charan, the film is scheduled to hit theaters on June 4, further cementing her position as a prominent figure in both the Hindi and South Indian film industries.
