Chennai, Sept 9: Actress Kajal Agarwal has strongly refuted rumours of her death following a car accident, calling the viral claims “baseless and amusing”. The Tollywood star urged her fans not to believe or circulate such false reports.
Kajal responds to death hoax
On Monday, Kajal took to X (formerly Twitter) to clarify:
“I’ve come across some baseless news claiming I was in an accident (and no longer around!) and honestly, it’s quite amusing because it’s absolutely untrue. By the grace of God, I want to assure you all that I am perfectly fine, safe, and doing very well.”
She added, “I kindly request you not to believe or circulate such false news. Let’s focus our energies on positivity and truth instead.”
Fans react with relief
The news of Kajal’s alleged accident and death had sparked panic on social media, with fans flooding her Instagram and DMs for confirmation. Once the actress addressed the rumours, netizens lashed out at rumour mongers for spreading misinformation.
One fan commented, “Relieved to hear this from you Kajal! Rumors can spread fast, but truth always shines brighter.”
Why the fake news matters
The incident has reignited debate on the credibility of social media platforms and the ethics of circulating unverified news, especially when it concerns sensitive matters like someone’s death.
Kajal’s upcoming films
On the work front, Kajal was last seen in Sikandar and a cameo in Vishnu Manchu’s Kannappa (2025). She has an impressive line-up ahead, including Indian 3, and Ramayana Part 1 and 2.