{
  "id": 1650446,
  "title": "Dhruv Vikram on scrutiny amid Anupama Parameswaran's remarks: 'You learn to be an army of one'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/dhruv-vikram-on-scrutiny-amid-anupama-parameswarans-remarks-you-learn",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T05:50:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/dhruv-vikram-on-scrutiny-amid-anupama-parameswarans-remarks-you-learn-to-be-an-army-of-one-1.500644301"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "For the first time, actor Dhruv Vikram has spoken out about the surge of public interest in his personal life. However, he did not name any specific individuals or confirm any particular relationship. This comes amid rumors linking him to an anonymous former boyfriend, Anupama Parameswaran, who detailed her two-year experience of narcissistic abuse in a recent interview. When asked about coping with the increased scrutiny, Dhruv admitted it had impacted him, but stressed the importance of grounding oneself in reality. He emphasized the necessity of knowing oneself, standing firm in one's principles, and fiercely protecting loved ones and cherished aspects of life. Dhruv elaborated that when one is anchored in truth and understands what provides stability, external criticism loses its power. Over time, he said, one learns to be self-reliant, cultivating an inner world where they manage the majority of their well-being and shield their personal space as much as possible. The actor also commented on his limited social media activity, joking that his fans would never know the extent of his private life. Nonetheless, he revealed that his online presence fluctuates based on his creative projects and personal interests, rather than any deliberate strategy. Rumors surrounding Dhruv's relationship with Anupama Parameswaran began circulating after she appeared on the show I AM With Dhanya Varma, where she candidly discussed enduring narcissistic abuse from a past partner. Despite her request to keep the identity confidential, the actor has not officially confirmed or denied any involvement with the actress.",
  "summary": "For the first time, actor Dhruv Vikram has addressed the wave of public attention surrounding his personal life, though he stopped short of naming names or confirming any specific relationship. His remarks arrive against the backdrop of speculation connecting him to the anonymous ex-boyfriend Anupama Parameswaran referenced in her recent interview, where she spoke about enduring two years of…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}