Actor Shilpa Shetty has publicly denied a viral social media post that falsely attributed comments about India’s reservation system to her, calling the statement “completely fabricated” and urging people not to spread misinformation.
The clarification came after an image circulating on social media claimed to quote the actor on the issue of caste-based reservation. Shilpa said she had never made such remarks and described the post as malicious.
Shilpa Shetty calls the viral statement fake
Addressing the controversy on her official X (formerly Twitter) account, Shilpa firmly rejected the claim.
She wrote:
“I am shocked to see fake statements on reservation falsely attached to my name. This is completely fabricated, malicious garbage. Do not fall for this fake news!”
Her post quickly gained attention, with many fans sharing the clarification to help counter the misinformation.
What did the viral post claim?
The post, which circulated widely on social media platforms in recent days, falsely attributed a statement to Shilpa Shetty regarding India’s reservation policy.
The message claimed that the actor supported ending caste-based reservation and included remarks suggesting that reservation affected professional skills. Shilpa has categorically denied making any such comments.
At the time of publication, there is no verified interview, public speech or social media post in which the actor expressed the views attributed to her in the viral image.
Rise in celebrity misinformation online
The incident highlights a growing trend in which fabricated quotes are shared using the names and photographs of well-known public figures.
Media experts and digital safety advocates have repeatedly advised users to verify viral claims through official social media accounts or credible news sources before sharing them further.
Celebrities across the entertainment industry have increasingly used their verified platforms to issue clarifications when false statements are circulated in their names.
Fans back the actor’s clarification
Following Shilpa’s statement, many supporters welcomed her decision to address the misinformation directly.
Several users encouraged others to verify information before believing or forwarding viral posts, while others expressed concern about the spread of fabricated content on social media.
Shilpa Shetty’s recent work
On the professional front, Shilpa Shetty was most recently seen in the Kannada action film KD: The Devil, starring Dhruva Sarja, which released in theatres earlier this year.
She also hosted the cooking reality show Maa Hai Na, which concluded its latest season in July.
The actor continues to remain active across films, television and digital platforms while regularly engaging with fans through her official social media accounts.
