Aishwarya Sakhuja has backed Salman Khan’s concerns about social media trolling, saying online platforms need greater accountability and that freedom to express an opinion should come with responsibility.
Television actor Aishwarya Sakhuja has spoken in support of Salman Khan’s recent comments about social media trolling and online accountability.
In an exclusive conversation with Telly Talk India, Sakhuja said she agreed with Khan’s concerns about the abuse frequently directed at public figures on social media. She argued that celebrities can become targets of personal attacks simply because they are visible online.
The actor also said that trolling can become more intrusive when celebrities respond, with their family members sometimes being dragged into online arguments.
Aishwarya Sakhuja agrees with Salman Khan
Discussing Salman Khan’s position on social media censorship, Sakhuja said she agreed with the actor’s concerns.
“Bhai is Bhai. And I think what he said is very right. There needs to be censorship on social media because a lot of people have been given a voice that they shouldn’t have.”
Her comments come amid continuing debates about how social media platforms should deal with abusive, threatening or harmful content while preserving users’ ability to express opinions.
Sakhuja’s comments specifically focused on the experience of public figures who frequently encounter personal attacks online.
‘Why bring my sister into it?’
Sakhuja said celebrities can face particularly aggressive trolling when they respond to abusive comments.
According to the actor, some online users go beyond criticising the public figure and involve relatives in the exchange.
“This happens with us too. First, they will give us really dirty abuses and then, if they get a response, they come after our sisters too. If you have the courage to troll me, then have the courage to keep trolling me. Why bring my sister into it?”
Her remarks highlighted the distinction between commenting on a celebrity’s public work and targeting their family members.
Sakhuja argued that people using social media should recognise that their words can affect real people, particularly when online disagreements become personal.
Aishwarya says India is going through a social-media transition
The actor also placed the discussion in a broader social context.
According to Sakhuja, India is still adapting to the rapid growth of social media and the way people communicate online. She described the country as being in a period of cultural transition when it comes to digital behaviour.
“Especially in India, I think we are still evolving culturally. We are still in a transitional phase. So, as a country, I think we need censorship coming into social media.”
Her comments reflect the continuing public debate around moderation, accountability and the boundaries of online speech.
The question of social-media regulation is complex, involving issues such as freedom of expression, platform responsibility, privacy, harassment and the enforcement of existing laws.
Aishwarya Sakhuja talks about Bigg Boss 20
During the same conversation, Sakhuja also discussed Bigg Boss 20 and some of the contestants taking part in the reality show.
The actor admitted that her initial impression of Mahhi Vij had changed after watching her approach the competition. Sakhuja said she had initially “judged the book by its cover” but later developed a different view of the contestant.
She also spoke about Qazi Touqeer, praising his entertaining personality, and discussed contestants she believes have the potential to progress further in the competition.
For Sakhuja, the conversation around Bigg Boss 20 offered another example of how perceptions can change after seeing people beyond their initial public image.
Meanwhile, her comments about social media have added to the wider discussion about how celebrities, audiences and online platforms navigate criticism and personal attacks in the digital age.
