Neha Kakkar Announces Break From ‘Relationships, Work And Everything’

Neha Kakkar has once again taken to social media to announce a break, a move that has left fans and the industry deeply concerned.

Neha shared a note on her Instagram stories, now deleted, revealing her decision

to step back from both her personal and professional life.

In the post, she wrote, “Time to take a break from Responsibilities, Relationships, Work and Everything I can think of right now. Not sure if I’ll be back or not. Thank you.”

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She followed this with a heartfelt request to the paparazzi and fans, asking for privacy during this phase. “And I request Paparazzi and Fans to Not to film me at all. I hope you respect my privacy and let me live freely in this world. No Cameras Please! I request! This is the least you all can give me for my peace,” Neha concluded.

The singer did not reveal the reason behind her decision, leaving fans worried and searching for answers.

A History of Social Media Breaks
Neha Kakkar has previously announced temporary breaks from social media, often citing emotional stress, negativity and pressures within the entertainment industry. In 2020, she stepped away amid intense debates around nepotism and online backlash. Over the years, she has also spoken openly about mental health struggles and the toll of public scrutiny.

Family Controversy Adds to Public Concern
Neha has also been surrounded by controversy in recent times. In April 2025, her elder sister Sonu Kakkar made headlines after announcing she was cutting ties with Neha and brother Tony Kakkar.

Sonu shared a post on X, stating she was no longer their sister and describing herself as “devastated,” adding that the decision stemmed from deep emotional pain. The post was later deleted but left fans shocked.

Neha Kakkar’s Journey in the Music Industry
Neha Kakkar is the younger sister of playback singers Tony Kakkar and Sonu Kakkar. She began singing at a very young age, performing at religious gatherings before stepping into mainstream entertainment.

In 2005, she participated in the second season of the reality show Indian Idol, which helped introduce her to a wider audience. She made her Bollywood debut as a chorus singer in Meerabai Not Out and rose to fame with Second Hand Jawaani from Cocktail (2012).

She went on to deliver multiple chart-topping party anthems, including Sunny Sunny from Yaariyan and London Thumakda from Queen (2014). Her recent song Lollipop, featuring Tony Kakkar, received mixed reactions from listeners.