Janhvi Kapoor Hits Back at Trolls: ‘I’ll Say Bharat Mata Ki Jai Every Day!’

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor has found herself at the center of a social media storm this week after footage from a recent event went viral. Janhvi, who attended a Dahi Handi celebration in Mumbai for Janmashtami, has been widely trolled online—not for her performance, but for a patriotic chant that triggered an unexpected backlash.

The Incident: A Cheer Gone Viral

During the event, Janhvi Kapoor took to the stage to break the traditional “matki” (pot) as part of the Janmashtami festivities. However, before smashing the pot, instead of the usual religious chant “Jai Kanhaiya Lal Ki” in honor of Lord Krishna, Janhvi enthusiastically shouted “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” (Victory to Mother India).

This moment, captured on video and circulated widely across social media platforms, became instant meme-fodder. Trolls quickly picked up on the deviation, mocking Janhvi for not knowing the “appropriate” chant for the occasion. Some questioned her intelligence, while meme pages had a field day lampooning her apparent mix-up.

Janhvi Fires Back

Unfazed by the negative attention, Janhvi Kapoor decided to address the trolls head-on. Sharing the full video of the incident on her Instagram story, she wrote, “If I hadn’t said anything, that would be a problem. If I do say something, you cut the video and turn it into meme material. Not just on Janmashtami, I will say ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ every single day.”

Her fiery response quickly gained traction, with fans and supporters rallying to her defense. Many praised her patriotism and condemned the online bullying, calling out the toxic trolling culture.

The Context: Patriotism vs. Tradition

Janhvi’s chant comes at a time when public figures are frequently scrutinized for everything they say and do in the public eye. While some internet users pointed out that the traditional chant for Janmashtami is in praise of Lord Krishna, others argued that expressing love and pride for one’s country, especially in front of enthusiastic crowds, is never out of place.

In the full video, the event hosts could be heard offering blessings for Janhvi’s future and encouraging the crowd to applaud her. The atmosphere was celebratory, filled with music and cheers of “Bharat Mata Ki Jai,” suggesting that her words were received positively by many present.

A Message Beyond the Memes

Janhvi Kapoor’s response marks a rare moment in celebrity culture, where an actress openly confronts online negativity with confidence and composure. Her stance has silenced many critics, at least for now, and registered a broader point: public figures, too, have the right to express themselves—whether it fits the script or not.

As Janhvi remains unbothered by the noise, the original message of her appearance—a moment of joy and togetherness during a traditional festival—remains intact. And if her words inspire a few more “Bharat Mata Ki Jai” cheers, so be it.