DISABLED WARNING: This article contains references to alcohol and drug addiction.Prateik Babbar he has never shied away from talking about his battle with drug addiction. In one of his most candid interviews, the actor looked back on a painful chapter in his life and cleared up a misconception that had dogged him for years. Contrary to popular belief, Prateik revealed that his substance abuse started long before he entered the film industry or experienced fame. Known for his performances in films like ‘Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na’ and ‘Dhobi Ghat’, the actor shared that his struggles started during his childhood and were rooted in personal trauma rather than the pressures of stardom.Addressing the rumours, Prateik explained that his addiction had nothing to do with success in Bollywood. Instead, he pointed to the circumstances of his upbringing as the reason for his early exposure to drugs.In an earlier interview with Bollywood Bubble, the actor revealed, “I just want people to think, ‘Oh, he got into films, he got fame and money, and then he started doing drugs.’ No, that’s not true. My drug use started when I was thirteen, even before I was twelve. Yes, I was scared. So it wasn’t because of the film industry. Unfortunately, I had a different upbringing and my family situation was a bit complicated.” That’s why I started using drugs. It’s not that the fame and money in the movies brought me there. By then I had already started using drugs.”The actor, who is the son of the late actress Smita Patil and veteran actor Raj Babbarhe said his childhood experiences had a lasting 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 addiction. According to him, unresolved trauma influences many aspects of life, including personal relationships. “Drugs are associated with trauma, you understand. As long as that trauma is not released, it will continue to affect relationships and other areas of life. But there comes a time when you have to work to make things better, which I’ve been doing for many years.”His comments emphasized the importance of addressing emotional wounds rather than focusing solely on addiction.The actor also credited actress Priya Banerjee, who was his fiancée at the time, for standing by him and supporting his journey to become a better person.“My fiancee has been helping me improve in so many ways. We’re helping each other grow, even though she doesn’t need any improvement. She’s perfect! That’s life, you know; you’ve got to move on.” Their relationship, she said, became a source of encouragement as they both continued to support each other’s personal growth.
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Prateik Babbar has been in the news in recent times after dropping his father Raj Babbar’s surname in favor of his late mother Smita Patil’s. The actor also made headlines for addressing his father’s absence at his wedding to Priya Banerjee and responding to comments made by his half-brother Arya Babbar. Amid the buzz, here’s a throwback to one of his most candid interviews.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know suffers from alcohol or substance abuse, please seek help from available helplines or support organizations.