On Wednesday, it was revealed that Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the Paris Olympics for being just 100 grams overweight for the under 50kg tournament. This disqualification came hours after Vinesh made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the finals in Olympic wrestling.
Actress Samantha expressed her support on Instagram, writing, "At times, the most resilient individuals encounter the toughest obstacles. Remember that you are not alone, a higher power is watching over you. Your remarkable ability to persist in the midst of difficulties is truly admirable. We will always stand by you through all your highs and lows.@vineshphogat"
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his support on Twitter. His statement read, "Vinesh, you are a champion among champions! You are India's pride and an inspiration for each and every Indian. Today's setback hurts. I wish words could express the sense of despair that I am experiencing. At the same time, I know that you epitomize resilience. It has always been your nature to take challenges head-on. Come back stronger! We are all rooting for you."