Huma Qureshi responds to backlash against Deepika Padukone over her comments on casual dating during an episode of Koffee With Karan. In the podcast AfterHours with All About Eve, Huma defended Deepika, calling the criticism “ridiculous.”
Reflecting on the trolling culture prevalent today, Huma expressed her opinion on the situation, stating that there shouldn’t be an issue with casual dating. She criticized the expectation for celebrities to conform to certain standards set by trolls and emphasized the need for normalizing different dating experiences.
The controversy arose from Deepika’s statements on Koffee With Karan, where she discussed the initial phase of her relationship with Ranveer Singh. Deepika mentioned that there was no formal commitment between them initially, and they were technically free to see other people until they decided to get engaged. These remarks garnered negative attention online, leading to backlash against Deepika.
During the show, Deepika shared her journey of wanting to remain single after going through challenging relationships before ultimately committing to Ranveer. She clarified that despite the lack of a formal commitment, they kept returning to each other, eventually leading to their engagement.
Overall, the criticism faced by Deepika for her candid revelations on the show highlights the complexities surrounding discussions about relationships in the public eye.
