FULL STORY: Devoleena Bhattacharjee Slams Online Hate After Disturbing Comment Targets Her Infant — “Say Whatever You Want About Me, But My Baby? NEVER.”

By: StarScope India | July 2025

The internet can be a place of love, admiration, and fan support. But sometimes, it reveals its ugliest side — and this week, Devoleena Bhattacharjee, one of Indian television’s most beloved stars, came face-to-face with the worst of it.

The “Saath Nibhaana Saathiya” actress is known not only for her iconic roles but also for her resilience and outspokenness. However, no one — not even a public figure like Devoleena — could have prepared for the vile online attack directed not at her… but at her infant child.

Yes, you read that right. A 7-month-old baby became the target of hate.

The Comment That Sparked Outrage

It began with what seemed like a normal Instagram post. Devoleena had shared an adorable photo of her baby boy—wrapped in a soft blue blanket, cheeks puffed from laughter, eyes full of innocence. The caption read:

“7 months of pure light. My reason to breathe. 💙 #MySon #MyWorld #LoveBeyondWords”

What followed should have been thousands of hearts, blessings, and warm comments.

But hidden among them was one that shocked the nation.

“Looks like a little terrorist,” the comment read. “Just like his father, I bet.”

The remark wasn’t just cruel—it was filled with malice, communal undertones, and baseless hatred. Within minutes, it was screenshot and shared across platforms. Devoleena’s fans were furious.

But the actress?

She didn’t stay silent.

Devoleena Fights Back

Just hours after the comment surfaced, Devoleena posted a lengthy, emotionally charged message on her Instagram stories:

“HOW DARE YOU call an innocent baby such a thing? He doesn’t know hate. He only knows love. He smiles at every stranger. He claps at music. And YOU—whoever you are—decided to bring filth to his name?”

“Say whatever you want about me. I’m an actress. I’m used to trolls. I’ve grown a thick skin. But my baby? NEVER. You crossed a line.”

She ended the message with one powerful line:

“Report. Block. And if needed—prosecute.”

The Internet Reacts

Within hours, #StandWithDevoleena trended on X (formerly Twitter). Celebrities, fans, and netizens from all backgrounds came forward in support.

Actress Hina Khan tweeted:

“Disgusted by what Devoleena’s baby was called. Children are off-limits. Always. Stay strong, girl.”

Cricketer Irfan Pathan shared:

“I don’t know Devoleena personally, but no parent deserves to go through that. Respect children. End of story.”

The comment also ignited a broader discussion on online trolling, communal hate, and the vulnerability of celebrity families.

Behind the Hate: A Deeper Issue

While the identity of the troll is still under investigation, social media watchdogs suspect the profile may be part of a larger network of anonymous accounts known for targeting public figures—especially those who marry outside their community or express progressive views.

It’s worth noting that Devoleena, who is married to a man from a different religious background, has previously faced low-level trolling, but never to this magnitude.

“We thought we had seen it all,” said a digital rights activist. “But targeting a child? That’s a new low.”

Legal Action Underway

According to Devoleena’s management, a formal cyber complaint has been filed. The actress is said to be cooperating with Mumbai Cyber Cell, and authorities are reportedly tracking the IP address of the comment’s source.

A spokesperson for the police confirmed:

“We take online harassment seriously—especially when it involves minors. This isn’t just offensive, it could be punishable under multiple sections of the IT Act and juvenile protection laws.”

The Message Every Parent Heard

Beyond the headline, Devoleena’s raw and honest reaction resonated with mothers across the country.

“I cried reading her post,” said Priya S., a working mother in Delhi. “She said what all of us feel: attack me all you want. But NEVER bring my child into it.”

In the days since the incident, Devoleena has received thousands of private messages from mothers, fathers, and fans — some sharing similar experiences, others simply sending love.

Where We Go From Here

This isn’t just about a celebrity. This is about what kind of world we’re creating for the next generation.

As Devoleena wrote in a follow-up post:

“If you can’t celebrate a baby’s smile, at least don’t poison it. We owe our children a kinder world. And I won’t stop until I do my part.”

As of today, Devoleena’s Instagram is active, her baby boy’s photo still pinned with pride. But the comment? Deleted. The account? Reported. And the message?

Heard. Loud and clear.

Devoleena Bhattacharjee claps back at trolls mocking her 7-month-old baby’s skin colour, using racial slurs

Devoleena Bhattacharjee fiercely defended her son Joy against online trolls mocking his skin tone, calling them ‘low lives’.

Television actor Devoleena Bhattacharjee fiercely defended her seven-month-old son, Joy, after online trolls mocked his skin tone, calling out the hate and slamming the abusers as “low lives” for targeting an innocent child. Her powerful response has drawn widespread support and reignited conversations around online bullying and colourism.
After sharing photos of her son Joy, Devoleena Bhattacharjee faced hateful comments and racial slurs. She exposed the trolls on Instagram, condemning their behaviour.

Devoleena shuts down social media trolls

After lovingly sharing photos of her son to mark his seventh-month milestone, Devoleena was met with outrageously hateful comments from a few social media users. Some even resorted to racial slurs, calling her child a“terrorist,” mocking his complexion and writing derogatory remarks such as “yeh kitna kaala hai” about the innocent infant.

Screenshots of Devoleena Bhattacharya’s Instagram stories.
Rather than ignore the abuse, Devoleena chose to expose the culprits. She posted screenshots of the hurtful comments to her Instagram Stories and responded with blistering criticism, asking how these individuals could be engineers, musicians or civilised humans given their mindset, and publicly highlighting their profiles for all to see.

She labelled such trolls “low lives,” condemning their behaviour and calling attention to the dangerous culture of colourism prevalent online. Her fans and well-wishers rallied around her immediately, offering support and solidarity.

Screenshots of Devoleena Bhattacharya’s Instagram stories.

Fans show support

One social fan wrote, “Mam jo log kehte hai ki aapka beta kala hai to shayad log bhul gaye hai ki Shri Krishna bhi aise hi the. Aapka beta bahut cute hai. God bless you bachcha, happy family (Ma’am, those who say your son is dark-skinned may have forgotten that Lord Krishna looked the same. Your son is very cute. God bless the little one and your happy family.)”

Another fan wrote, “Di bhale hi sab log troll kare, but hum aapke sath hai, support aur respect karte hai hum aapki. (Sister, even if everyone trolls you, we are with you, we support you, and have great respect for you.” A third fan wrote, “She ate all the trolls in her IG stories”

Devoleena’s career and motherhood

Devoleena Bhattacharjee rose to fame with her portrayal of Gopi Bahu in the long-running Star Plus show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, becoming a household name across India. She later dabbled in reality TV, participating in Bigg Boss seasons 13, 14, and 15. Her straightforward nature and candid opinions earned her fans and critics.

In December 2022, Devoleena surprised fans by announcing her marriage to Shahnawaz Shaikh, a gym trainer and her long-time friend, in a quiet court ceremony. The interfaith union drew attention, but Devoleena gracefully shut down trolls and celebrated their relationship unapologetically. In December 2024, she embraced motherhood, welcoming a baby boy named Joy.