Namita Thapar Hits Back at Trolls Over Namaz Health-Benefits Video, Says Online Abuse Crossed the Line

Shark Tank India judge and Emcure Pharmaceuticals Executive Director Namita Thapar has responded firmly to the backlash over her video on the health benefits of namaz. In a fresh video message shared on social media, Thapar said the trolling had gone on for months and that the abuse was not limited to her alone but had also targeted her mother. The controversy began after her post on namaz sparked strong reactions online, turning a wellness message into a wider debate on religion, respect and public discourse.

In her response, Thapar said she has faced repeated derogatory comments over the reel and pushed back against what she described as selective outrage. She pointed out that she has often made similar health-related reels around yoga, Surya Namaskar and other Hindu practices, without facing the same level of hostility. Her core message was that religion should be treated with respect, and that the abuse directed at her and her family was unacceptable.

Thapar also argued that silence in the face of disrespect is not always the right response. In the video and accompanying posts, she urged supporters to stand up against hate rather than normalise it, saying that people should continue speaking out when dignity is attacked. Her remarks have since drawn attention beyond the original debate, adding to ongoing conversations about online toxicity, gendered abuse and the way religion is discussed on social media.

The episode has also reignited discussion around the fine line between personal expression and public backlash, especially when public figures tie cultural or religious practices to health and wellness. Thapar, who has built a profile as both a business leader and media personality, framed her message as one of respect, resilience and accountability, while clearly condemning the abuse she says she has endured.