Mumbai: Singer Neha Kakkar has sparked concern among fans after sharing a cryptic Instagram story that hinted at stepping away from work, relationships, and public life. The post was deleted within minutes, but not before it caught the attention of social media users, who began speculating about the reason behind her emotional message.
The abrupt post follows the release of her latest song Candy Shop, also Lollipop, which has been receiving a lot of backlash on the internet since its release on December 15, 2025.
Cryptic Instagram Story Raises Alarm
Neha Kakkar shared a two part message on her Instagram Stories, requesting privacy and announcing what appeared to be an indefinite break. In the first post, she stated that she needed to get out of responsibilities, relationships and work, and she was not certain whether she would come back.
In the second message, she requested paparazzi and fans to stop filming her, urging them to respect her privacy and allow her to live freely without cameras. Emotional undertones of the post made a lot of fans concerned, particularly as it implied not only the abandonment of the social media but all the personal and professional obligations would be given up.
The stories were deleted shortly after being posted, but screenshots quickly went viral, triggering concern and confusion among her followers.
Candy Shop Trolling and Online Backlash
Neha Kakkar’s emotional post comes at a time when she has been under heavy online scrutiny for Candy Shop, her latest collaboration with brother Tony Kakkar. The song was met with criticism shortly after it was released, and social media users described it as a cringe, vulgar, and poorly executed.
Many critics pointed out the choreography and styling, accusing the duo of trying and failing to copy global K pop aesthetics. Memes were all over the internet and some users even wondered whether this was an effort by the song to attract a younger audience by forcefully adapting to the current trends.
Although Neha Kakkar had mostly avoided responding to the criticism directly, her cryptic Instagram story, posted at the moment it was, has made many believe that the trolling may have got a toll on the singer on a mental level.
Fans Express Concern
Before Candy Shop was released, Neha Kakkar enjoyed a relatively stable phase with her fan base. However, the reaction to the song marked a sharp shift, with consistent trolling across platforms. It seems to fans that the stress of constant criticism and ridicule might have driven the singer to a breaking point.
Social media users expressed concern over her well being, urging people to be kinder and reminding others that artists are human too. Other fans also remarked that, even though music can be fairly criticized, personal attacks may have severe emotional effects.
What Lies Ahead
As of now, Neha Kakkar has not issued any clarification regarding the deleted posts or confirmed whether she is actually taking a break. The silence has only contributed to the worry, as fans wished that the singer was taking a break to concentrate on her mental health.
Whether the post was a moment of emotional vulnerability or a sign of something deeper, it has once again highlighted the impact of online trolling on artists in the digital age. The fans are currently waiting to have Neha come back to their senses and above all with a clear conscience in good health.
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