Arjun Kapoor's journey has been full of highs and lows.

Actor lost mother weeks before hit debut, battled failure, trolls and autoimmune disease

Entertainment February 6, 2026

Arjun Kapoor's life has been a rollercoaster of success and failure. Despite being from a famous family and achieving early success, he faced personal challenges that affected his mental health. Through therapy and self-reflection, he has learned to overcome his insecurities and continues to pursue his dreams despite career setbacks.

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