Koffee With Karan Season 8 featured an insightful conversation with Arjun Kapoor, shedding light on the persistent discussions surrounding his relationship with Malaika Arora, marked by a 12-year age difference. The couple, who officially confirmed their relationship on Instagram in 2019, has faced online trolling, particularly regarding their age gap.
During the episode, Karan Johar, the host of Koffee With Karan, questioned Arjun about how he handles the criticism and trolling related to his relationship. Arjun shared his perspective, acknowledging that negative comments do affect him but emphasizing the importance of dealing with it. He highlighted the attention-seeking behavior of trolls and the need to detach oneself from their reactions.
Karan Johar also opened up about facing constant scrutiny, including ‘sexuality shaming,’ and revealed that both he and his mother, Hiroo Johar, are subjected to trolling. Arjun Kapoor, joined by Aditya Roy Kapur on the show, expressed that the same individuals who engage in online criticism are often the ones seeking selfies and photos with celebrities in person.
In August, rumors circulated about a potential breakup between Arjun and Malaika; however, the couple dispelled these speculations by continuing to be spotted together on various occasions in Mumbai. Arjun, in a 2022 interview with Hindustan Times, acknowledged the challenges of dealing with social media toxicity and criticism. Despite the hardships, he commended Malaika for handling the situation with dignity and expressed gratitude for her unwavering support throughout their relationship.
