Singer Neha Kakkar sent social media into a frenzy on Monday when she shared a series of emotional Instagram stories announcing an indefinite break from work, relationships, and public life — only to delete them minutes later.
The posts, which appeared briefly on her account before vanishing, caught fans off guard. In one story, the 37-year-old playback star wrote: “Time to take a break from Responsibilities, Relationships, Work and Everything I can think of right now. Not sure if I’ll be back or not. Thank you.”
A follow-up message took a more direct tone, pleading for space from the spotlight. “And I request Paparazzi and Fans to Not to film me at all,” she wrote. “I hope you respect my privacy and let me live freely in this world. No Cameras Plz I request! This is the least you all can give me for my peace.”
Screenshots of the stories spread rapidly across platforms like X and Reddit, turning #NehaKakkar into a trending topic within hours. Many followers expressed genuine concern for her well-being, flooding comment sections with messages of support and urging her to take whatever time she needs. Others speculated about what prompted the sudden outburst.
The timing has raised eyebrows, coming just weeks after Kakkar faced intense online backlash over her December 15 single “Candy Shop,” a collaboration with brother Tony Kakkar. The upbeat track drew sharp criticism for its lyrics and perceived attempt to mimic K-pop aesthetics, with trolls piling on relentlessly. Some fans now wonder if the trolling played a role in her decision to step back.
Kakkar, known for blockbuster hits like “Dilbar,” “Garmi,” and “O Saki Saki,” has long been open about the pressures of fame. She’s also navigated persistent rumors about her marriage to singer Rohanpreet Singh, though the couple has repeatedly dismissed separation talk in the past. Notably, she hasn’t shared photos or mentions of Singh on her feed in recent weeks.
As of now, neither Kakkar nor her team has offered any clarification. Her last regular Instagram post — a cheerful group shot with her team captioned “Smile and the world smiles back” — was uploaded five days ago.
For an artist who built much of her career on raw emotion and direct connection with fans, the abrupt posts and their swift removal feel uncharacteristically guarded. Whatever the reason — burnout, personal struggles, or simply a moment of frustration — the episode has reminded everyone that even the brightest stars sometimes need the lights turned off.
Fans are hoping she returns when she’s ready. Until then, they’re doing their best to respect the privacy she asked for.
