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Seher Hone Ko Hai's Kanika Maheshwari faces backlash for backing Rishita Kothari, calls it disheartening
Updated On: 29 April, 2026 08:56 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Kanika Maheshwari faced backlash for supporting Rishita Kothari amid the Seher Hone Ko Hai row. Calling the trolling “disheartening,” she urged empathy, saying her intent was support, not conflict, and criticised quick online judgments

Kanika Maheshwari and Rishita Kothari (Instagram)
Television actress Kanika Maheshwari has found herself at the center of controversy following her support for co-star Rishita Kothari amid the ongoing row surrounding the show Seher Hone Ko Hai. While her message was intended to encourage and uplift, it instead triggered a wave of backlash online, prompting the actress to speak out.
Kanika Maheshwari faces backlash
The controversy stems from the larger tensions linked to the show, where ongoing reports of disagreements and public reactions have fueled intense discussions on social media. In the midst of this, Kanika extended her support to Rishita, urging her to stay strong and not be affected by negativity. She commented positively, suggesting that both love and hate are part of public life and that such phases pass with time.
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