After viral fame, internet crush Girija Oak, the girl in blue saree, shares her auto-rickshaw struggles and other parents reaction at her son’s school

Girija Oak, a Marathi and Hindi film actor known for her roles in *Jawan*, *Qala*, and *The Vaccine War*, has recently gained widespread attention online after a video of her in a blue saree went viral. This unexpected surge in popularity led to her being designated as the “national crush” by social media users. In an interview with The Lallantop, Oak expressed her disbelief regarding the attention, noting that she had not anticipated such a moment in her career.

While her family, mainly composed of industry professionals, took the situation lightly, Oak shared her experience at her son’s school, where other parents approached her about her viral fame. Her son, bewildered by the attention, playfully asked whether she would change now that she was famous. Oak reassured him that her personality would remain the same.

Despite her newfound visibility, Oak clarified that it has not led to increased professional opportunities or offers, stating that her career continues as it was. She humorously mentioned that her commute has not improved, as she still faces challenges finding transportation.

Along with support, Oak reported receiving inappropriate messages online and expressed concern regarding morphed images and edited videos circulating without her consent. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective as she navigates this new phase of visibility in her nearly two-decade career in the entertainment industry.