Soni Razdan Defends Alia Bhatt Following Social Media Backlash Over 'Jigra' Performance

Veteran actress Soni Razdan has publicly defended her daughter, Bollywood star Alia Bhatt, amid a surge of online criticism following the release of her latest film, Jigra . Razdan amplified fan-led support on social media to counter narratives suggesting the actress is facing a career decline. Response to Online Backlash The intervention occurred via Instagram, where Razdan shared a post from a fan account stating, "Alia Bhatt's downfall is higher than most people's peak." This move follows a week of targeted trolling directed at Bhatt, ranging from critiques of her performance in the jailbreak thriller to allegations of "corporate bookings" aimed at inflating box office figures. Jigra , directed by Vasan Bala and co-produced by Bhatt’s Eternal Sunshine Productions, has seen lower-than-expected domestic returns since its October 11 release. The film earned approximately ₹21 crore (AED 9.2 million) in its first week in India, a figure significantly lower than Bhatt’s previous solo-led hits such as Gangubai Kathiawadi and Raazi . The underwhelming commercial performance triggered a wave of digital vitriol, prompting family members and industry peers to speak out against the…