In a candid and thought-provoking post,
Hrithik Roshan
had shared a picture of himself holding crutches a few months back, revealing that he had suffered a muscle pull. The actor used the opportunity to pen a heartfelt note on the notion of strength and how men often struggle with the idea of appearing vulnerable.
Roshan’s post had struck a chord with his fans and fellow celebrities alike, as he delved into the conditioning that often leads men to avoid using crutches or wheelchairs, fearing that it might compromise their perceived strength.
He recalled an incident from his childhood when his grandfather refused to sit in a
wheelchair
at the airport, as it did not align with his self-image as a strong individual.
In his note, Roshan wrote, “I remember saying ‘But Deda, it’s just an injury and has nothing to do with how old you are! It will help heal the injury and not damage it further!’ It made me so sad to see how strong he needed to be just to hide the fear and embarrassment on the inside.”
The actor went on to acknowledge the merit in this kind of conditioning, calling it a virtue and a soldier’s mentality. However, he also questioned the notion, stating, “But if you say soldiers never need crutches And even when they medically do, they must refuse, just for the sake of keeping the illusion of strong intact, then I just think that the virtue has been stretched so far that it borders on plain stupidity.”
Roshan emphasized that true strength lies in being relaxed, composed, and aware that nothing, not even crutches or a wheelchair, can diminish one’s inner strength. He also noted that strength is not always about being a hero in the face of adversity, but also about the quiet battles one fights within themselves.
As Roshan recovered from his injury, he continues to inspire his fans with his powerful message. In a heartwarming reaction, his girlfriend
Saba Azad
commented, “My love, you a giant if I ever seen one,” while fellow actors like
Varun Dhawan
,
Pashmina Roshan
, and
Vaani Kapoor
sent their best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Hritik was last seen alongside
Deepika Padukone
in the action film
Fighter
, directed by
Siddharth Anand
.
Hrithik Roshan’s candid post had not only resonated with his fans but also sparked a much-needed conversation about the societal expectations placed on men and the importance of embracing vulnerability as a strength.
