'Therapy helped me find myself again'

Arjun Kapoor opens up on mental health, grief and resilience at FICCI Young Leaders Summit in Mumbai

- Pooja Mehta

Actor Arjun Kapoor spoke candidly about his mental health journey, struggles with obesity, and the emotional toll of sudden fame during his session at the FICCI Young Leaders Summit in Mumbai. In a deeply personal address, the Bollywood star emphasised the need to normalise therapy and recognise vulnerability as a form of strength, not weakness.

Reflecting on his lowest phases, Kapoor said the turning point came during the pandemic. “COVID gave me a moment of realisation. I started therapy because I realised I hadn't taken care of myself for ten years,” he shared. “You think the sorted person doesn't need help. But even the strongest ones are sometimes messed up in their heads.”