Sonu Sood defends Ibrahim Ali Khan, Khushi Kapoor amid 'Nadaaniyan' backlash
Actor Sonu Sood has stepped in to advocate for kindness toward beginners, following the review girding Nadaaniyan, the debut film of Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor.

Actor Sonu Sood has stepped in to advocate for kindness toward beginners, following the review girding Nadaaniyan, the debut film of Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Taking to X( formerly Twitter), Sonu emphasized that no one is perfect at the launch of their career and prompted cult to be patient and encouraging toward debutants.
Sonu Sood's comment
"Be kind to the debutants in the film industry and elsewhere". nothing was perfect when they started. We all learn with experience. Only a sprinkle get a alternate chance. We're all learners. Let’s support and encourage them," he wrote, prompting social media users to" spread love " rather of tearing down youthful actors.
Be kind to debutants in the film fraternity and elsewhere. Nobody was perfect when they started. We all learn with experience. Only a handful get a second chance. A good or bad performance in any vertical is the collective responsibility of every technician involved. We are all…
— sonu sood (@SonuSood) March 15, 2025
Mixed responses to 'Nadaaniyan'
While Sonu Sood didn't mention the film directly, numerous saw his post as a response to the counterreaction against Nadaaniyan, which has faced review for its discourses and script. The film, penned by Ishita Moitra and Jehan Handa, follows a story where Pia( Khushi Kapoor), a fat young woman, convinces Arjun( Ibrahim Ali Khan) to pretend to be her love. Despite its star- speckled ensemble cast including Jugal Hansraj, Dia Mirza, Suniel Shetty, and Mahima Chaudhary the film opened to mixed reviews.
Fans support Sonu Sood’s call for positivity
Sonu’s communication reverberated with numerous suckers, with one user opined. "A person who learned their field moment was formerly a freshman. We should nurture arising gift rather of tearing it down." Another added " Wise words! Everyone starts nearly let's uplift, support, and spread positivity."
Nadaaniyan now streaming on Netflix
Produced under Karan Johar’s banner, Nadaaniyan is presently streaming on Netflix, giving cult a chance to form their own opinions beyond the social media debate.