In this digital era, the internet sometimes tends to be nasty and pulls someone down. The recent victim of the same is actress Mrunal Thakur, who has established her career with her powerful performances in recent times. The actress's journey from Television to the South film industry and Bollywood is remarkable for many aspiring actors. But one of her throwback videos has put a negative light on her image, though she is one of those female stars who preach about body positivity. A recently resurfaced throwback video from the sets of Kumkum Bhagya, where Mrunal was seen giving an interview with Arjit Taneja. She was seen making fun banter about Bipasha Basu’s muscles. The video went viral and received huge backlash, after which she wrote an apology note.

Hina Khan has now reacted to the whole issue and commended Mrunal for ‘owning her mistake’ while stating that even she had made many silly mistakes in the initial days of her career. Hina re-shared Mrunal’s apology statement and wrote, “We all make mistakes, especially when we are younger. I can very well relate to Mrunal, I too have made such silly mistakes in the past.. Some of us go through great exposure without the skill to handle it. But with time we evolve, we become kinder, we become compassionate.. We learn lifting each other up.. Fixing each others crown.. Just like all of you I too have witnessed both Bipasha's and Mrunal's inspiring journeys in the industry.. Both are fab, And Bipasha is an icon for the whole community. I am so glad and proud that Mrunal could own her mistake, committed by her past self that no longer exists.”

She also said that both Bipasha and Mrunal are phenomenal women. The actress urged social media users to stop the trolling. Hina added, “And @bipashabasu your MUSCLES inspired a generation of women including me and @mrunalthakur. Lots of love to both Bipasha and Mrunal, Now can we plz end this CIRCUS.. let's spread LOVE and be kind.”

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Hina Khan Backs Mrunal Thakur For ‘Owning Mistake’ Over Her Past Remarks On Bipasha Basu (Image: Instagram/realhinakhan)

In her apology note, Mrunal said “19-year-old me as a teenager said many silly things. I didn’t always understand the weight of my voice or how much words, even in jest, could hurt. But it did and for that I am deeply sorry. My intent was never to body-shame anyone.”

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“It was playful banter in an interview that went too far. But I understand how it came across, and I truly wish I had chosen my words differently. With time, I’ve grown to appreciate that beauty comes in every form, and that’s something I truly value now,” the actress added.