Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, Kamya Punjabi and more TV celebs who struggled with mental health
Several Hindi television actors have openly discussed their mental health struggles to raise awareness and break the associated stigma. Their experiences, ranging from depression due to career lulls to bipolar disorder, highlight that mental illness can affect anyone.
November 27, 2025 / 16:25 IST
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Arti Singh A Bigg Boss 13 contestant, Arti, revealed on the show that she suffered from depression for two years due to a lack of work in the industry. She found strength after reflecting on her mother's own life struggles.
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Karan Jotwani Known for Aap Ke Aajane Se, Karan went through severe depression in late 2018. He was so immersed in his character's intense emotions that he couldn't switch off, leading to weeks of sleeplessness before finally seeking medical help and medication.
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Abhinav Kapoor The actor from Internet Wala Love battled depression for two years, a phase he described as the most difficult of his life. He isolated himself, experienced financial instability, and eventually overcame it by focusing on self-improvement and fitness.
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Harshita Gaur After her popular show Sadda Haq wrapped up, she experienced depression and refused to leave her house or meet people. She eventually consulted a therapist and stress management consultant to accept her situation and move forward.
Vikas Sethi Known for shows like Kasautii Zindagii Kay, the late actor faced clinical depression due to a lull in his career and personal difficulties, including financial struggles. He noted that many industry friends distanced themselves during this time but found support in his family.
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Sahil Anand Actor Sahil Anand, known for his role in Kasautii Zindagii Kay 2, discussed his mental health challenges in a sincere social media post. He mentioned that he was stepping away since he wasn’t feeling like his usual self. Sahil later reassured everyone that he was getting better after consulting a psychologist in Chandigarh and unplugging from his phone.
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Anjuum Faakih Kundali Bhagya star Anjuum Faakih candidly discussed a challenging two-year phase during which she battled depression following an extended period of unemployment. In a discussion with Telly Talk India, she shared how continuous rejections and scarcity of chances impacted her self-esteem.
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Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia, recognised for Choti Sarrdaarni and her participation in Bigg Boss 16, has openly discussed her challenges with mental health. She disclosed that numerous people around her did not comprehend what she was experiencing. Nimrit explained how individuals mistakenly believed it was because of personal matters.
Kamya Punjabi Well-known actress Kamya Panjabi, recognised for her compelling performance in Shakti – Astitva Ke Ehsaas Kii, previously shared candidly about experiencing depression following her split from Karan Patel. She disclosed that her programme Shakti helped her during one of the most challenging phases of her life.
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Gaurav Gera The Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin actor battled depression in 2014, feeling unsure about his career path. He coped by creating videos, which helped him navigate the difficult phase.
