Mrunal Thakur Issues Public Apology After Viral Clip

Like a pebble tossed into calm water, even a small remark can create ripples that reach far beyond the moment. Mrunal Thakur is now living through that ripple effect, as an old video from her television days has suddenly found its way back into the spotlight.

Before becoming a familiar face in films like Sita Ramam and Hi Nanna, Mrunal was part of popular TV serials. In the resurfaced clip, she is seen chatting with a co-actor, joking about what kind of girl he’d marry. When he mentioned liking a girl with muscles, she quipped, “Then go marry Bipasha,” adding she was prettier than the Bollywood actress. Back then, the remark barely made a sound, today, it’s echoing loudly online.

Bipasha Basu’s fans were quick to react, criticising Mrunal for the dig. Around the same time, Bipasha posted an Instagram note praising strong women and urging beauty to be paired with strength, a message many read as a subtle response. The online chatter only grew louder, putting Mrunal in an uncomfortable position.

Faced with the backlash, Mrunal issued a public apology. She admitted the comment came when she was 19 and unaware of its impact. She said it was meant as harmless banter, not an insult, but now realises how words can wound. She ended by saying she has since learned to respect beauty in all its forms, and hopes to leave the episode behind.