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Bobby Deol took a major professional step by portraying Baba Nirala in this role after establishing himself as a conventional leading actor. During this phase, he developed severe anxiety from his concern about viewer feedback on his character and onto playing his first antagonistic role. He revealed that he faced a hard time during the promotion of his hit web series ‘Aashram’ because of worry and nervousness which resulted in a vertigo attack.
The actor shared how the fear of audience reactions and the pressure of playing an antagonist for the first time contributed to his anxiety. Read ahead to know about the health implications of anxiety, and how he overcame this phase.
Bobby Deol’s Experience with Anxiety and Vertigo
During a recent conversation, Bobby Deol candidly spoke about his struggles while promoting ‘Aashram’. He explained, “It was the first time I was playing an antagonist, and definitely I was nervous. I remember the day I was promoting; I got a vertigo attack because I have vertigo issues. I guess there was a lot of nervousness and fear about how people would react to me playing such a character.”
The ‘Aashram’ actor further shared that stepping out of his comfort zone to play Baba Nirala felt like starting his career anew. Unlike films where actors can preview their work before release, web series are watched simultaneously by audiences and creators, adding to his apprehension. Despite these challenges, Deol’s portrayal received widespread acclaim, proving that taking risks can lead to growth.
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Health Risks of Anxiety and Vertigo
Dr Jejoe Karankumar, Associate Director – Medical Affairs, Abbott India, Mumbai, explains Vertigo can have a significant impact on a person's daily life, preventing them from living their life to the fullest.
Different physical anxiety signs include episodes of dizziness when coupled with nausea and an unsteady feeling of vertigo. Vertigo produces sensations of brain or inner ear disruption that result in spinning perceptions or balance-related problems. The symptoms intensify due to the extended effects of anxiety.
- When cortisol rates increase they often cause physical problems to develop.
- Having anxiety causes sleep disturbances which results in poorer total body health.
- People with enduring vertigo struggle to perform tasks of their regular day.
A Study on Anxiety-Induced Vertigo
A study published on PubMed explored the link between anxiety disorders and vertigo. Researchers found that individuals with high levels of stress or anxiety were more likely to experience vestibular dysfunction (issues with balance and spatial orientation). The study highlighted that addressing mental health is crucial for managing physical symptoms like vertigo. Techniques such as mindfulness meditation, therapy, and lifestyle changes were found to significantly reduce both anxiety and its related physical effects.
Tips for Managing Anxiety-Related Symptoms
The following recommendations can assist you if anxiety or vertigo-like symptoms affect you.
- Regular practice of relaxation techniques includes deep breathing exercises and meditation for brain relaxation purposes.
- The practice of active movement helps decrease the production of the stress hormone cortisol.
- Get specialised medical attention from therapists or doctors for symptoms that do not fade or block your regular daily tasks.
- The consumption of both caffeine and alcohol should be limited because they tend to intensify symptoms of anxiety.
Conclusion
Bobby Deol developed anxiety and vertigo during his promotional activities for Aashram thus revealing that established actors may also face mental health problems. His public acknowledgement of these mental health issues demonstrates the need for individuals to resolve their psychological health difficulties together with their physical health concerns. To achieve life balance an individual needs to control their anxiety either through therapy or personal wellness techniques. Through his life story, Bobby demonstrates how risks taken along with self-belief may result in astounding developments in both the fictional work and the real-life world.