Sharad Kapoor made a candid revelation regarding his physical and mental health issues and his emotional plea for financial help.
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Add BollywoodShaadis on GoogleBollywood actor Sharad Kapoor, who impressed audiences in the '90s with his convincing performances, is currently drawing attention after staying away from the spotlight for years. Sharad, who starred alongside Shah Rukh Khan in Josh and shared the screen with other A-listers, is now facing a dire situation. The actor shared that he has been struggling with mental health as well as financial issues.
Sharad also addressed the sexual assault allegations levelled against him and the toll they took on his life and career. His emotional plea for financial aid and his candid confession about his struggles away from the entertainment world offered a rare glimpse into the life of many forgotten stars.
In early November 2026, Sharad Kapoor was photographed in Mumbai in disheveled clothes and with a worn-out look, which sparked concerns about his well-being. It was a stark contrast to how fans remember seeing him on the big screen as Josh's villain and in other memorable roles. The pic sparked online chatter regarding Sharad's financial difficulties, which he initially denied but changed his statement in a later video.
On November 14, 2026, he appeared in a video on Bezubaan Public Welfare Trust's page, where the NGO's founder shared that when Sharad was papped, he was seeing off his beloved pet dogs. For the unversed, his four furry friends were sent to an animal shelter because he is no longer in a condition, physically or financially, to take care of them. In the recent video, Sharad recalling the emotional toll of the sexual harassment allegations against him.
Sharad Kapoor claimed that he had been blamed for things he wasn't involved in. At one point, things got so bad that he fell into depression and was bedridden for 2-3 years. The actor further stated that he enclosed himself in a bubble and didn't want to meet with anybody. But now that he had finally mustered up the courage to open up about his life's struggles, he also humbly appealed for financial aid from his industry acquaintances. He said,
"When somebody blames you for nothing, toh dukh hota hi hai. Mein depression mein chala gaya tha. I did not feel like meeting anybody or working. Now, I have decided to make an appeal to the industry. Please help me. Mera financial crisis hai."
The founder of Bezubaan Public Welfare Trust and Sharad's friend Hema Choudhary claimed that the actor's physical and mental health was not good and that he had been dealing with a brain-related problem and a broken leg for nearly two years. She also urged the media not to pry too much into his personal life, saying that repeatedly questioning an unwell person could add to his distress.
Hema also shared good news, saying Sharad has received a positive response from members of the film industry and will soon receive help from them. She also promised to keep the fans updated about Sharad's situation in the coming days. Lastly, Hema asked the netizens to support the actor during this difficult phase.
Recently, Sharad was seen using a walker to move around. Following the renewed attention surrounding Sharad, actress and animal activist Jaya Bhattacharya visited the Josh actor and spoke with him about his health, financial condition, and plans to resume work. During the conversation, the actor reached out to the Cine & TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) and requested them to help him find suitable acting projects.
At that time, Sharad clarified that he was not looking for any financial assistance (a statement he later altered) but would appreciate some encouragement and professional support. He also addressed the speculation about him struggling financially.
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