Arya BabbarSon of a veteran actor Raj Babbar And Nadira Babbar, opening up about one of the darkest chapters in her life, revealed that she once contemplated suicide and that her struggle with depression and family dysfunction is at the root of her standup comedy act.The actor-comedian recently shared a clip from his standup set on social media. While the video garnered attention for a joke involving her estranged half-brother Pratik Smita Patil, Arya says the show’s larger narrative is about survival, mental health and finding hope.
‘I Tried Suicide and I Survived’
Talking about the basis of her acting, Arya revealed that it stems from a deeply personal experience.“It was almost a night where I thought about trying to kill myself and I survived. The idea of doing this is to use ki aj koi meri tarah asi bewakufi karane ki tehe raha ho main bacha sakun,” he told Hindustan Times.According to Arya, the performance explores her depression, family relationships and dysfunctions in her personal life. She hopes that by speaking openly about her struggle, she can help someone who may be facing a similar emotional crisis.
A standup act born from pain
Arya’s standup journey began in 2024, and he says comedy has become a medium through which he can discuss difficult topics that are often difficult to address in conventional conversation.The actor believes that sharing his story publicly can encourage others to seek help instead of making irreversible decisions in moments of despair.
‘Affairs happen, breakups happen and that’s okay’
Reflecting on the public scrutiny surrounding her family, Arya admits that the Babbars have long been the subject of public debate.“There are other actors whose parents were actors and their issues have also come out. But it’s not a matter of discussion chal raha, bas hamara kyun chal raha hai pata na. But that’s life and there’s no point in hiding it. Things happen, breakups happen and that’s okay. Bro I haven’t seen the end of a positive life.” Out of it,” he said.Despite the complexity of her family dynamics, Arya says she chooses to focus on gratitude and the lessons she’s learned through adversity.Note: If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, seek immediate help from a mental health professional or a suicide prevention helpline.
