New Footage Shows Ye Rejecting Medication and Clashing with Kris Jenner

September 22, 2025: Kanye West’s new documentary In Whose Name? continues to spark headlines as previously un seen footage exposes emotional confrontations and deeply personal struggles. Released this weekend in select U.S. theaters, the film offers an unfiltered look into the rapper’s turbulent relationships and mental health battles during some of the most controversial years of his life.

A Defiant Stand Against Medication

One of the most jarring moments comes when Kanye declares he would “rather be dead than be on medication,” a statement that drew gasps from viewers during early screenings. The scene captures Ye’s refusal of psychiatric treatment and his anger over what he describes as attempts to control him through prescriptions. Fans and mental health advocates alike are now debating the impact of his words and the dangers of glorifying such choices.

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Tense Clash With Kris Jenner

The documentary also includes a heated exchange between Kanye and Kris Jenner, the matriarch of the Kardashian-Jenner family. In a tense confrontation, Ye accuses Kris and the family of “emasculating” him and undermining his independence. The raw footage shows Kanye visibly emotional, pacing and shouting as he demands respect and space from the powerful Kardashian clan.

Kim Kardashian’s Tearful Warning

Adding to the emotional weight, Kim Kardashian is seen pleading with her then-husband to change course before he loses everything. At one point, Kim warns that his outbursts and public controversies could leave him “waking up one day with nothing.” Her tearful plea underscores the strain that ultimately fractured their marriage and offers a rare glimpse of the private turmoil behind their highly public split.

Public Reaction and What’s Next

While In Whose Name? does not feature new music, its revelations have reignited debate over Kanye’s mental health, family dynamics, and public persona. Social media is ablaze with clips and commentary, with some praising the documentary’s honesty and others criticizing Ye’s statements on medication as dangerous.

Despite the controversy, Kanye remains characteristically defiant. He has yet to release an official response to the public reaction, leaving fans wondering how — or if — he will address the firestorm as screenings continue and streaming plans are finalized.