Neha Kakkar Takes Break Amid 'Candy Shop' Backlash, Denies Divorce Rumors | Quick Digest
Singer Neha Kakkar announced a temporary break from work and relationships following backlash for her song 'Candy Shop'. She later clarified that her statement was not related to marital issues with Rohanpreet Singh.
Neha Kakkar announced a break from work and relationships on Instagram.
The announcement followed heavy criticism for her song 'Candy Shop'.
'Candy Shop' was criticized for 'vulgar' lyrics and K-pop imitation.
Her posts sparked widespread divorce rumors with Rohanpreet Singh.
Kakkar clarified posts were not about her marriage, blamed 'the system'.
She requested privacy and expressed regret for emotional social media posts.
Renowned Indian singer Neha Kakkar recently made headlines after announcing a temporary break from her professional and personal commitments, including 'relationships,' via a cryptic Instagram story. Her post, which included the line 'Not sure if I'll be back or not,' sparked significant concern among her fans and led to widespread speculation. This announcement came just weeks after her latest single, 'Candy Shop,' co-sung with her brother Tony Kakkar and released on December 15, 2025, faced brutal online backlash. Critics and netizens heavily trolled the song for its 'vulgar' lyrics, 'cringe' dance moves, and alleged imitation of K-pop aesthetics.
The initial post by Neha Kakkar, which was later deleted, fueled intense divorce rumors concerning her marriage to Punjabi singer Rohanpreet Singh, whom she wed in October 2020. However, Kakkar swiftly addressed these speculations in subsequent Instagram stories, vehemently denying any marital discord. She urged the public and media not to involve her 'innocent husband' or 'sweetest family' in the matter, clarifying that her distress was due to 'a few other people and the system.' Neha also admitted to being overly emotional when posting on social media, acknowledging that such posts can be misinterpreted. She requested privacy and appealed to paparazzi and fans to refrain from filming her. Despite the temporary withdrawal, Neha reassured her 'NeHearts' that she would return 'with a BANG,' indicating a focus on her well-being during this hiatus. This incident highlights the immense pressure faced by celebrities in the public eye.
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