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Ananya Panday Confronts Body-Shaming and Unrealistic Standards in Bollywood

The actress denies cosmetic surgery rumors, critiques gendered scrutiny, and advocates for authenticity and change in the industry.

Overview

  • Ananya Panday addressed rumors of undergoing cosmetic surgery, attributing her changing physique to natural growth and aging.
  • She shared her experiences of being body-shamed early in her career for being too skinny and later for her natural curves, calling it a 'no-win' situation.
  • Panday criticized the harsher scrutiny faced by women in Bollywood compared to their male counterparts.
  • The actress acknowledged Bollywood's role, including her own, in perpetuating unrealistic beauty standards and emphasized the importance of showing authenticity off-camera.
  • Her recent career choices reflect a deliberate shift toward more substantive roles, signaling personal and professional growth.