Mrunal Thakur has opened up about handling online criticism, revealing that while she welcomes constructive feedback, she refuses to take negativity from anonymous social media users seriously. The actress, whose recent films have experienced mixed theatrical fortunes, believes audiences should look beyond box-office collections when judging a film’s success.
Speaking to Hindustan Times in an interview published on October 14, 2026, Mrunal explained how she decides which opinions deserve her attention.
“I also don’t want to take the negative feedback from people who do not have a display picture of their own,” she said.
Mrunal Thakur Believes OTT Can Give Films a Second Life
Beyond online criticism, Mrunal discussed how streaming platforms have changed the way audiences discover and appreciate films.
The actress pointed to Laapataa Ladies, explaining that the film attracted renewed attention after becoming available on OTT.
She also shared that some viewers apologised for missing her film Dacoit during its theatrical run.
According to Mrunal, a film’s commercial performance does not necessarily reflect its emotional impact or long-term popularity.
She acknowledged that marketing and changing audience preferences influence theatrical results, describing herself as someone still learning to navigate the industry’s evolving landscape.
Pooja Meri Jaan Brings Mrunal Thakur an Emotional Response
Mrunal’s recent film Pooja Meri Jaan, currently streaming on ZEE5, has offered her a different kind of encouragement.
The actress revealed that viewers sent handwritten letters to her home after connecting with the film’s portrayal of one-sided relationships.
What particularly surprised her was the response from male viewers, demonstrating that the story resonated beyond its expected audience.
Mrunal also reflected on receiving recognition internationally, recalling encounters with people who had watched Love Sonia, Made in Heaven and Sita Ramam.
Her comments reveal an interesting distinction in how she approaches public opinion. While she values meaningful audience reactions, she is increasingly selective about whose criticism she allows to influence her.
For the actress, personal connections with viewers appear to matter more than anonymous negativity or opening-weekend numbers.
