Ram Kapoor opens up on being molested in school, says abuser helped him heal
Mumbai, July 12
Actor Ram Kapoor opened up on one of traumatic experiences in life. In the latest episode of the streaming show 'Lock Upp', the actor shared that he was molested in school. However, the actor went on to reveal that the person, who did wrong to him, helped him get over the trauma induced by him on the actor.
The actor, who was marked "At Risk", had to reveal the secret in a bid to save himself from elimination.
He said, "I was 13 years old when I was molested in school. Till today, only my wife Gautami knows about it. I have never spoken about this publicly".
The actor explained that the experience left a lasting impact on him, even though he chose to bury the memory for years. The actor further mentioned that revisiting the incident was never easy, but he felt it was important to acknowledge it now, especially if it encouraged conversations around childhood trauma and the emotional scars survivors often carry.
The actor said that both him and his abuser were kids in their teenage, and the latter did apologise to him, and "helped" him heal.
While the revelation marked one of the most vulnerable moments of the season, it also went on to present a different part of Ram's personality. The actor has often been in the spotlight for his outspoken nature and candid opinions on the reality show, this emotional confession offered viewers a different side of the actor.
The actor also shared that he doesn't know what he would tell his kids when they say, "He told this in front of the entire country but didn't tell us".
After revealing his secret as a lifeline, the actor was marked secure, eventually leading to the elimination of Riyaz. Shreya was marked secure for the coming week on the show.
— IANS
Reader Comments
I'm conflicted. While it's brave of him to share, saying the abuser "helped him heal" is a complex message. For many survivors, the abuser can never be part of the healing process. But if it's his truth, who are we to judge? Just hoping young viewers don't get confused about what constitutes a healthy recovery.
This is exactly why we need proper awareness about childhood sexual abuse in Indian schools. What Ram went through at 13 is heartbreaking. I'm glad he found a way to heal, but we must also discuss how schools can prevent these incidents and support survivors better. Kudos to him for using his platform for this conversation.
Very impressed by Ram Kapoor's vulnerability. In a country where discussing trauma is still taboo, especially for men, he has broken a massive barrier. His story reminds us that strength isn't about hiding pain, but about acknowledging it. Well done, sir. 👏
While I respect his honesty, I'm worried about the "abuser helped him heal" part. We need to be careful not to romanticize abusers. In many cases, this kind of narrative could discourage victims from reporting abuse. But each survivor's journey is different, and if this is how he found peace, that's valid.
This is why we need mental health support in schools and colleges. Ram's story is powerful, but it also shows how long trauma can remain hidden. I'm glad he felt safe enough to share this on a national platform. Let's use this moment to educate our children about body safety and consent.
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