TRIGGER WARNING: This article contains statements about alcohol and drug use.Prateik Babbar he didn’t hesitate to talk about his battle with drug addiction. In one of his candid interviews, the actor looked back on a painful chapter in his life and explained the misconceptions that had followed him for years. Contrary to popular belief, Prateik revealed that his drug addiction started long before he entered the film industry or became famous. Known for his performances in films like ‘Jaane Tu … Ya Jaane Na’ and ‘Dhobi Ghat’, the actor shared that his struggles started in childhood and stemmed from personal pain rather than the pressure of fame.Addressing the rumours, Prateik explained that his addiction did not go well in Bollywood. Instead, he cites his upbringing as the reason why he started taking drugs.In an earlier interview with Bollywood Bubble, the actor revealed, “I just want to say that people think, ‘Oh, he got into films, he got famous and made money, and then he started doing drugs.’ No, that is not true. I started using drugs when I was thirteen, even before I turned twelve. Yes, I was scared. So, it was not because of the film industry. Unfortunately, I was raised differently, and my family situation was difficult. That’s why I started using drugs. It was not fame and money in films that led me to it. I had already started using drugs.”The actor, who is the son of the late actress Smita Patil he is a veteran actor Raj Babbarhe said that his childhood experiences had a great impact on his life.
Prateik Babbar on healing years of trauma
Prateik also spoke about the emotional scars that continued to affect him even after overcoming addictions. According to him, chronic trauma affects many aspects of life, including personal relationships. “Drugs are associated with trauma, you understand. As long as the problem is not brought out, it will continue to affect relationships and other areas of life. But there comes a time when you have to try to make things better, which I have been doing for many years.His words highlighted the importance of dealing with emotional wounds rather than focusing on addiction itself.The actor also thanked actress Priya Banerjee, who was his girlfriend at the time, for standing by him and supporting his journey to become a better person.“My wife has been helping me improve in many ways. We’re helping each other grow, even though she doesn’t need any changes. She’s perfect! That’s life, you know; you have to keep going.” Their relationship, he said, became a source of inspiration as they both continued to encourage each other in their growth.
More about Prateik Babbar
Prateik Babbar has been in the news recently after dropping his father’s name Raj Babbar in favor of his late mother Smita Patil. The actor also made headlines by talking about his father’s absence at his wedding with Priya Banerjee and responding to his brother Arya Babbar’s comments. In the midst of the chaos, here’s a comment on one of his most famous interviews.NOTE: If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, please seek help from the available agencies or support organizations.