“It's Really Painful Being a Rebel” – Rebel Kid Apoorva Makhija on Growth & Resistance

In this reflective clip from her interview with Nayandeep Rakshit, Apoorva Mukhija—the influencer known as The Rebel Kid—opens up about the emotional turbulence of being a public rebel.
“It's Really Painful Being a Rebel” – Rebel Kid Apoorva Makhija on Growth & Resistance
“It's Really Painful Being a Rebel” – Rebel Kid Apoorva Makhija on Growth & ResistanceThe Bridge Chronicle
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She explains why blazing your own trail often feels isolating and demanding, and how the backlash weighs more heavily when you're charting a less-trodden path of authenticity.

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Apoorva emphasizes that being visible doesn’t negate feeling alone—daily scrutiny, projection, and criticism can make independence feel like isolation. Despite millions of followers, the emotional burdens of rebellion can cut deep.

“It's Really Painful Being a Rebel” – Rebel Kid Apoorva Makhija on Growth & Resistance
“It's Really Painful Being a Rebel” – says Rebel Kid Apoorva Makhija The Bridge Chronicle

To be a “rebel” is to challenge norms—online and offline. But that also means living under constant pressure to perform uniqueness, to react “the way a rebel would,” and to maintain a consistent persona even when you're just tired.

 Apoorva has been through intense public scrutiny—rape and death threats, eviction, career disruptions—all of it just for being vocal. The aftermath of each crisis, she says, stays with her longer than the criticism.

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  • After the India’s Got Latent controversy, Apoorva faced outrage, threats, and even housing issues due to police visits—revealing how social rebellion can translate into real-world hardships.

  • Yet, she also found support from the National Commission for Women, which called for legal intervention and protection.

  • The debate around her comments—sometimes crude, sometimes courageous—sparked intense conversation around freedom of expression vs hurtful humor .

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If being a rebel were easy, everyone would do it. Apoorva’s story reminds us that rebellion often comes at the cost of loneliness, emotional scars, and real-life consequences. And yet, it’s these very acts that shift narratives, challenge norms, and open space for new voices.

If you feel inspired by her courage, remember: to rebel thoughtfully is powerful—but also heavy. It’s okay to seek help. It's okay to rest. It’s okay to be human.

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