Arjun Kapoor Discusses Mental Health, Therapy, and Weight Management

Actor Arjun Kapoor candidly shared his personal mental health journey, his struggles with obesity, and the challenges of instant fame at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit in Mumbai. He stressed the importance of destigmatizing therapy and embracing vulnerability as a form of strength.

Arjun Kapoor on His Struggles

He identified the COVID-19 pandemic as a crucial moment of realization in his life, acknowledging that he had overlooked his mental and physical health for almost a decade. “I started therapy after understanding that I hadn’t prioritized my well-being for ten years,” he explained.

Reflecting on personal grief, Arjun recounted the sorrow of losing his mother, Mona Shourie Kapoor, in 2012, just before his breakout film Ishaqzaade was released. “I was celebrating while mourning. I became a star overnight, yet I was merely evading my pain,” he shared openly.

His Journey to Fitness

Arjun also detailed his extensive fitness journey. “It took me four years to lose 50 kilos. This journey was a significant mental challenge as much as a physical one,” he remarked. He attributed much of his strength to his late mother, stating, “What can the world do to you when you lose your backbone at 25?”

Advocating for Mental Health and Emotional Resilience

Encouraging the youth to focus on mental health, Arjun urged the importance of seeking therapy without fear. “Being vulnerable is not a weakness. The strongest individuals are those who can face their emotions head-on,” he emphasized. He described therapy as a “secure space for expression that empowers and enlightens individuals.”

In conclusion, Arjun encouraged attendees to “wear their emotions proudly” and find strength in vulnerability. “You can be emotional yet still possess power,” he concluded his talk.

The actor was last seen in Mere Husband Ki Biwi, which earned approximately ₹6.75 crore globally, and he will next star in No Entry 2.