Repeated betrayals made me question my self-worth: Singga

Punjabi singer, actor Singga has emerged stronger after beating depression which followed “betrayal from some loved ones”. Calling it a journey into “self-improvement” and cutting out “negative people who wanted to see me fail”, Singga says he employed tools like “exercise and strict fitness regimes” to battle depression. “I realised I was dealing with severe depression when I noticed a repeated pattern in my thoughts,” says Singga who is debuting in acting with the film Fakkar. He adds, “It felt like I was stuck in a loop where the people I cared deeply about, betrayed me. I have always approached relationships with my heart. But I saw how people prioritized their interests over genuine bonds and that created a deep sense of disappointment and emotional pain. The repeated betrayals and lack of reciprocity made me question my worth.”

After some introspection, he says, “The turning point for me was my inner soul. I realized the power of self-reflection and learned how to take charge of my mind. It was a transformative experience that taught me to focus on my inner strength and move forward with purpose.”

With a strict daily routine focused on self-improvement, including following teachings of Guru Govind Singh, and worshipping Lord Shiva, he “turned to books for guidance and made a conscious effort to ignore the negativity people spread about me.”

Exercise also came handy. “Fitness is a powerful tool for dealing with depression. Taking care of your body is the most valuable and transformative investment you can make for your body and mental wellbeing. And then, Fakkar happened, wherein the character I play has a lot or resilience. Portraying that too helped.”

In this time, his family also came to uplift him. “My father’s blessings and guidance were my source of light. My heavenly mother, even in her absence, comforted me and my grandmother’s wisdom soothed my troubled mind.”

At his lowest point, Singga says fame didn’t help alleviate his sadness either. “While it seems glamorous from the outside, when we come back from a show, shoot or event, we are all alone with our thoughts. Beyond the fame, we are human beings with feelings and emotions.”