'I’ve learned to build a bit of mental filter': Sara Ali Khan reacts to facing constant criticism and trolling

Sara Ali Khan, who often faces criticism and trolling over her work and personal life, recently opened up about how she manages to deal with them. She also accepted that being a public figure opinions come from all directions, invited or not.

Sara on dealing with constant opinions

Talking to Hindustan Times, Sara said, "It’s definitely not easy when you’re a public figure, opinions come at you from all directions, invited or not. But over time, I’ve learned to build a bit of a mental filter."




Elaborating further, she added, "“It’s definitely not easy when you’re a public figure, opinions come at you from all directions, invited or not. But over time, I’ve learned to build a bit of a mental filter. I remind myself that constructive criticism is about the work and it helps me grow, learn, and improve. I really value that."

Ignoring negativity and staying grounded

She continued, "But when it gets personal, or when the intention feels like it’s to bring you down rather than lift you up, I try not to let it in. I’ve realised that not everyone knows you, and not everyone needs to. What matters most is staying connected to who I am, my values, my intentions, and the people who know me off-screen."

‘Some days it affects me, and that’s okay’

The actress also spoke about how somedays they do affec her but she manages to tackle them without letting it affect her much. "Honestly, as a human, some days things affect me more than I’d like. And that’s okay. But I always come back to my work, my family, my routine, my friends and things that keep me real and rooted. At the end of the day, if you’re proud of the work you’re doing and growing along the way, that’s what truly matters," she shared.