Akriti Negi, winner of Splitsvilla 15 and finalist of Rise and Fall, recently became the subject of intense online speculation after fans noticed changes on her social media — including the removal of shared photos and the couple unfollowing each other. This quickly led to rumours suggesting that Akriti had broken up with her boyfriend, Anshumat Srivastava.
As online trolling escalated, Anshumat stepped forward to defend Akriti publicly, posting a heartfelt message on his Instagram story that has since gone viral.
Anshumat’s Message to the Trolls
Expressing disappointment over the harsh commentary aimed at Akriti, Anshumat wrote:
“Be kind. You never know what someone is quietly fighting. I usually refrain from putting up stories like this but can’t be quiet when an individual who means a whole lot to me is being put down for no reason.”
He further criticised the culture of online speculation and click-driven negativity:
“Digging up on someone or tearing someone down for clicks doesn’t make you strong. It just makes you look stupid. This is a good time for all of you to celebrate and spend time with family. There’s no point assuming things and commenting on people you don’t know.”
The statement struck a chord with fans and quickly began trending across social platforms.
Public Reaction and Support
Social media users have widely praised Anshumat for speaking up, with many calling his response mature, respectful, and much-needed in an era of constant online judgment.
For context, Anshumat also appeared on Rise and Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover, where he openly supported Akriti throughout her journey on the show.
Akriti Negi’s Past Relationship
Before dating Anshumat, Akriti Negi was in a relationship with Jaswanth Bopanna, her partner on Splitsvilla X, with whom she won the reality show. Reflecting on their breakup, Jaswanth later shared that their relationship changed over time and that mutual commitment was no longer balanced.
In an interview, he said:
“This was a tough decision, but it had to happen. I don’t hold any blame or hard feelings. I just ask for space and respect for both of us as we move forward individually.”
Why This Matters
The episode highlights how quickly online speculation can spiral into harmful personal attacks — and how important it is for public figures to speak up for kindness, privacy, and mental well-being.
