Ananya Panday Breaks Silence on Body Shaming, Says “People Used to Call Me a Matchstick”

Ananya Panday

Bollywood actress Ananya Panday has spoken out about her experiences with body shaming, sharing that she faced criticism for her appearance since the start of her career

Ananya Panday

Ananya revealed she was mocked for being too skinny when she entered the film industry at 18 or 19, with people making derogatory comments about her body shape

Ananya Panday

As her body naturally changed over time, she faced new criticisms, with some accusing her of undergoing surgery, highlighting the constant scrutiny women face

Ananya Panday

Ananya pointed out that men rarely experience similar body shaming and noted that films often promote unrealistic beauty standards, showing characters looking perfect even in unrealistic scenarios

Ananya Panday

Despite the criticism, Ananya maintains a positive outlook, partly due to her fast metabolism, which allows her to enjoy her favorite foods without significant weight gain

Ananya Panday

Ananya Panday made her Bollywood debut with "Student of the Year 2" in 2019 and has since appeared in several films, including "Pati Patni Aur Woh" and "Gehraiyaan"

Ananya Panday

She is set to star in the upcoming film "Chaand Mera Dil" alongside Lakshya Lalwani, continuing to build her career in the film industry

Ananya Panday

Ananya's candid discussion about body shaming sheds light on the broader issue of societal pressures and the unrealistic expectations placed on women, especially in the public eye