Was Jim Sarbh’s ‘Mental Therapy’ Comment About Ranveer Singh?

MUMBAI, (IANS) – After an old video of Jim Sarbh discussing actors seeking “mental therapy” for portraying characters on screen went viral, he has now clarified that his remarks were not directed at Ranveer Singh.

The video sparked speculation among netizens, who assumed Sarbh was referring to his “Padmaavat” co-star Ranveer. Addressing the confusion, Sarbh posted a clarification on Instagram: “I find this almost absurd to have to clarify, but since folks are running wild with the videos and the articles: Nothing I said refers to Ranveer Singh.”

He explained that the viral video was from the “Made in Heaven” Season 2 promotions and added, “5 whole years since Padmaavat came out. 5 years.” Sarbh emphasized that he had only positive things to say about Ranveer: “I only had lovely things to say about Ranveer as a co-actor — look it up. I still do.”

Sarbh further clarified, “Also: it is not an attack on process. I love the process, and I love actors. The video is making fun of actors who exaggerate their process.” He added, “I’m sure you’ve all met people who talk about their work more than do their work. Can’t wait for the next article or video shooting off my shoulder.”

In his post caption, Sarbh stated, “I usually don’t respond to speculative videos and articles, because they’re boring and I assume people know better. Of course, just like some of you, I assumed wrong. Too many people have forwarded me things, and now journalists/interviewers are ‘identifying’ me as a ‘critic,’ despite me never having mentioned anyone at all, let alone @ranveersingh.” He concluded his post with a nod to the song “Spiders” by System of a Down.