Bollywood actress-turned-politician Kangana Ranaut, who is currently serving as the Member of Parliament (MP) from Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, took to Instagram on February 25, 2026, to share a series of philosophical “life lessons.”
In her characteristic outspoken style, the Emergency star urged her followers to protect their mental peace by being highly selective about the people they keep in their inner circle.
The “Zombie” Warning
Kangana’s note focused on three major pillars of advice, emphasizing the importance of ambition and emotional intelligence (EQ):
- Seek Better Company: She advised that regardless of one’s success, one should always look for people who are smarter and sincerely admire them. “Seek their company,” she wrote, suggesting that constant growth requires learning from those further ahead.
- Avoid “Zombies”: In the most viral part of her post, she cautioned against people who look normal but lack ambition or EQ. She labeled them “zombies” and warned: “Stay away from those who make you feel apologetic for being successful, gorgeous, or kind.”
- Self-Parenting: She concluded by telling her followers to “own your story” and look at themselves as if they were their own child—asking honestly what they truly desire rather than seeing themselves through the eyes of others.
Professional & Political Update: February 2026
Kangana is currently successfully balancing her dual roles in the Indian Parliament and on the film set:
- Bharat Bhhagya Viddhaata: Kangana returned to film sets in January 2026 to begin shooting for this patriotic drama directed by Manoj Tapadia. She recently shared behind-the-scenes footage, expressing her joy at being back in the “pavilion” of acting.
- Hollywood Debut: Rumors are solidifying around her international debut in the horror film Blessed Be the Evil (or Be The Evil), where she is expected to star alongside Tyler Posey.
- Political Front: In February 2026, she was seen actively supporting Budget 2026, hailing it as a visionary move by the PM and Finance Minister. She also remains active in local “Disha Committee” meetings in Mandi to address regional development.