Hyderabad, April 20 -- Namita Thapar, Executive Director of Emcure Pharmaceuticals and Shark Tank India judge, has broken her silence after facing sustained online trolling for a video about the health benefits of Namaz. The backlash began after she shared a reel on March 25, 2026, in which she described Namaz as a full-body exercise that improves flexibility, supports joint health, aids digestion, and benefits mental health through its meditative and repetitive nature.

Facing Personal Attacks

Thapar revealed in a video recorded during her morning commute on April 20, that trolls had been calling her derogatory names for nearly three weeks. She said even her mother was targeted with abusive remarks. Visibly upset, she stopped her car mi...