Shikhar Pahariya Claps Back At Troll Over Caste Remark

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MUMBAI (ANI) – Shikhar Pahariya, rumored to be dating Janhvi Kapoor, responded sharply to a social media troll who targeted him over his caste.

The controversy stemmed from a Diwali post last year, where Shikhar shared photos featuring Janhvi Kapoor and some dogs. Months later, a social media user resurfaced the post and commented, “Lekin tu toh Dalit hai (But, you’re a Dalit).”

While Shikhar typically ignores online negativity, he chose to respond this time. Taking to his Instagram Story on March 17, he expressed disappointment that such mindsets persist in 2025.

“It’s honestly pathetic that in 2025, there are still people like you with such a small, backward mindset,” he wrote.

He went on to emphasize that Diwali symbolizes “light, progress, and unity—concepts clearly beyond your limited intellect,” adding, “The only thing truly ‘untouchable’ here is your level of thinking.”

Shikhar Pahariya is the grandson of former Home Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde. His mother, Smruti Shinde, is an actress, and his brother, Veer Pahariya, recently made his Bollywood debut in Sky Force, starring Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur, and Sara Ali Khan.

Meanwhile, Janhvi Kapoor and Shikhar have not officially confirmed their relationship, though they are frequently seen together at public events.