Apoorva Mukhija makes Instagram comeback

Social media influencer

Apoorva Mukhija

, popularly known as

The Rebel Kid

, has made a bold comeback on Instagram after facing intense backlash following her appearance on the controversial YouTube show 'India’s Got Latent'. Apoorva, who boasts three million followers on the platform, had previously deleted all her posts and unfollowed everyone in the wake of the controversy.

Apoorva's Instagram comeback
Apoorva's return to Instagram was marked by a powerful statement. She posted a series of screenshots showcasing hundreds of abusive comments and threats she received, including rape threats and death threats. Her post began with a trigger warning, stating, "This post contains mentions of acid attacks, r*pe threats and death threats." The caption accompanying the multiple posts filled with screenshots read, "And that’s not even 1%," highlighting the sheer volume of abuse she faced.

Support from fans
Apoorva's fans welcomed her back with open arms, expressing their admiration for her strength and resilience. One fan commented, "COME BACK. We don't deserve the story, but you deserve the love." Another supporter wrote, "My queen, you absolutely got this. You are such a strong girl!!" A fan also noted, "Imagine trolling a woman for taking a stand for herself," adding, "They wanted you quiet. It's time that you give them a big Roar!".

The controversy surrounding 'India’s Got Latent'
In February, Apoorva was a guest on 'India’s Got Latent', hosted by

Samay Raina

. The show sparked a significant controversy when

Ranveer Allahbadia

made crude comments about parents and sex. This led to multiple complaints being filed in Mumbai against Ranveer, Apoorva, and Samay. Apoorva was accused of making an objectionable comment during the show, prompting her to appear before the Mumbai police in connection with the case. The National Commission for Women also took serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks, summoning the involved parties.