Behind the shimmering lights of stardom lay a world of pain for the legendary Sridevi. Years after her passing, her daughter Janhvi Kapoor has finally broken her silence on the cruelty her mother endured. In a heart-wrenching interview, Janhvi shared how the world treated Sridevi with utter ruthlessness, often labeling her a “home-breaker” due to her relationship with Boney Kapoor.

Janhvi expressed deep regret for not understanding her mother’s struggles earlier. “I see it now. People were never kind to her. She carried so much burden, yet she never let it affect us,” Janhvi remarked. Sridevi, who began her career at the tender age of four, navigated extreme financial and professional turmoils while keeping a smile for her children.

The actress also touched upon how her life shattered after the tragedy. Janhvi revealed that Sridevi’s death didn’t just take away a mother; it also changed the persona of her father, Boney Kapoor. Being heavily dependent on her mother for everything—from her wardrobe to her thoughts—Janhvi felt lost and traumatized once that anchor was gone. Admitting to still being in trauma, Janhvi confessed that the harsh realities of life have changed her so much that if Sridevi were to return today, she might not even recognize her own daughter.