In a remarkable turn of events, Bollywood actress Shraddha Kapoor has reached a new social media milestone. With her latest release, ‘Stree 2’, performing exceedingly well at the box office, Shraddha has now surpassed Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Instagram followers. The actress boasts 91.4 million followers, while PM Modi’s followers stand at 91.3 million. This new achievement adds to the celebrations for Shraddha, following the film’s entry into the coveted Rs 300 crore club within a week of its release.
Shraddha Kapoor’s presence on social media has been a study in relatability and authenticity. Be it videos of her enjoying Mumbai’s favorite street food, ‘vada pav’, spending quality time with her father, actor Shakti Kapoor, or simply sharing morning selfies, the actress has endeared herself to audiences. She has embraced social media as a platform to share the regular parts of her life, allowing fans a glimpse into her “real zone.”
When queried about the importance of social media validation, Shraddha offered a humble perspective. “I don’t see it as social media validation but as a way of staying in touch with my fans and the people who have showered me with so much love and support. I love sharing the everyday moments with them. When someone says ‘Main bhi chashmish hun,’ or ‘Mujhe vada pav pasand hai,’ it makes me feel like I can share my real zone,” she explained to IANS.
The actress further emphasized the sense of community that social media brings about. “I think it’s refreshing to find that relatability with people on this medium. Someone might comment with suggestions, ideas, or even share their own likes and dislikes, which makes this space a mutual ground for interaction and connection,” she said.
It is interesting to note that despite Shraddha’s impressive follower count, she is still behind few other Indian celebrities on Instagram.
. Virat Kohli and Priyanka Chopra Jonas, with their towering follower counts of 271 million and 91.8 million respectively, continue to hold the top spots.
As for her professional achievements, Shraddha’s ‘Stree’ which released in 2018, was a massive hit. The film not only struck a chord with the audience but also permeated pop culture with phrases like ‘Oo Stree Kal Aana’ becoming meme material. The film’s soundtrack, featuring tracks like ‘Milegi Milegi’ and ‘Aao Kabhi Haveli Pe’, also gained substantial popularity.
In ‘Stree 2’, the storyline takes a fresh turn in the haunted town of Chanderi. This time, the malevolent spirit known as Sarkata wreaks havoc, differing from the previous film where a ghost targeted men. The sequel focuses on a sinister entity preying on modern, empowered women.
The narrative involves a cast of characters, including Bicky played by Rajkummar Rao, Bitu (Aparshakti Khurana), JD (Abhishek Banerjee), and Rudra (Pankaj Tripathi), who unite with the enigmatic Stree to defend their village from Sarkata’s deadly pursuit. The ensemble cast reprising their roles brings a sense of continuity while adding layers to the sequel’s storyline.
The unprecedented success of ‘Stree 2’ and Shraddha’s burgeoning social media presence signify a significant phase in her career. As the relatable star continues to connect with her fans on a personal level, her followers eagerly await more from the actress, both onscreen and off.
Celebrating her feat, Shraddha reflects a broader trend of celebrities leveraging social media to build genuine connections with their fan base, diverging from the traditionally distant celebrity aura.
All eyes now remain on how Shraddha Kapoor will maintain and build upon this newfound momentum, both on social media platforms and in the cinematic world. Fans and followers can certainly expect more vada pav selfies and behind-the-scenes glimpses as she continues to navigate her path to stardom.
For now, the actress basks in the success of ‘Stree 2’ and her new status as a social media sensation standing tall with more followers than India’s esteemed Prime Minister, Narendra Modi.
