Ishitta Arun: Piyush Mama’s Concern for His Sisters’ Well-Being
Ishitta Arun Clarifies Response to Online Criticism
Actor Ishitta Arun recently addressed the backlash her family received for not appearing mournful at the funeral of renowned adman Piyush Pandey, her uncle. Taking to Instagram, she emphasized that grief is a uniquely personal experience. She stated, “Grief isn’t a single script. Remembering him through laughter isn’t disrespect; it’s continuity and knowing who he truly was.”
Ishitta further criticized societal expectations about how grief should be expressed, remarking, “We’ve long held onto the belief that if you aren’t visibly crying, you aren’t grieving.” She pointed out that this mentality permeates various aspects of Indian culture.
The Impact of Social Media
Addressing the trolls, Ishitta expressed her discomfort not with their comments, but with the outlook they represent. “Social media has not created this mindset; it has merely made it more visible. Previously, these judgments were confined to private spaces,” she explained.
As she reminisced about the funeral, she shared, “We sang Mile Sur Mera Tumhara, cheered for mama, and promised to meet again in happier times. It’s how we honor his joyous spirit.” Ishitta believes that honoring memories can be therapeutic and that her family’s celebration of life was a form of resilience.
A Personal Reflection
She highlighted the importance of the family’s bond by quoting Piyush’s famous line, “As for our family – Fevicol ka jod hai. Tootega nahi.”
Concluding her thoughts, Ishitta stated, “This isn’t just about trolling; it’s about how we navigate family and love. We don’t need to justify our expressions of sorrow to anyone.”
How do you view the expressions of grief portrayed by families during difficult times?
