Vijay Mallya's son Siddharth marks 8 years of sobriety, opens up about his battle with OCD and anxiety
Actor Siddharth Mallya, son of businessman Vijay Mallya, marked eight years of staying alcohol-free with an emotional Instagram post, revealing that he gave up drinking to cope with OCD and severe anxiety rather than alcohol dependence.
Siddharth Mallya, son of billionaire Vijay Mallya, celebrated eight years of sobriety with a social media post on Thursday. The 39-year-old actor, who had turned to alcohol to manage his severe anxiety, spoke about his journey and the importance of mental health. Mallya clarified that his sobriety was not due to alcohol addiction, but rather his Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), which caused high anxiety levels regardless of his alcohol intake.
He emphasized the power of self-accountability and the ability to change one's life if one truly desires it. Mallya also shared that his story had inspired many and that those wishing to quit should know they have the strength to make changes. He acknowledged the difficulty of such transformations, stating he is not a superhero.
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