Riya Yadav, known on social media as Riya Akhir, made a statement regarding the criticism and trolling sparked by rumors of her possible participation in the show 'Big Boss 20'. In a video posted on social media, Riya discussed issues related to her decision to take part in the reality show, especially after attracting attention by participating in protests against the leak of NEET exams.
After the announcement of 'Big Boss 20', she commented on the reaction she received. She noted that since the show's announcement, she has received a lot of support, but also many questions, including: 'Why is she going to Big Boss? Is it because she participated in the protests?'
She then shared a comment from a user who defended her decision to participate in the reality show. This comment stated that she is not an activist, and that her participation in the protest went viral, causing people to expect activism from her as if it were her career. Riya agreed with this opinion and clarified that she is an actress, model, and entrepreneur.
Riya also mentioned that she has been involved in theater for four and a half years and considers herself an artist. The same comment emphasized that if she is given the opportunity to participate in one of India's biggest reality shows, she will not refuse this chance. Speaking of earnings, she jokingly added that 'one needs to provide for oneself.'
Explaining why she shares comments instead of responding to criticism herself, Riya stated: 'I am showing this comment because if I say anything, people will say: look, she is playing the victim card, manipulating.' She stressed that she has her own life and career, noting that she has dedicated many years to her work.
Riya continued that she believes she was simply being honest with herself during the protests, and it was because of the attention she received that she got the opportunity to enter 'Big Boss'. She said: 'I did what my heart told me in front of the van, and that is why, if I am given this chance today, I want to do everything in my life.'
In conclusion, in response to people's curiosity about her activities beyond the protests, Riya advised them to follow her journey in the 'Big Boss 20' house to learn more about her.