‘I was told I was too fat, heroine kaise banegi ye’: Radhikka Madan backs Katrina Kaif amid postpartum body-shaming, recalls shifting beauty standards pushed her to prioritise health over weight loss after gaining 15 kg for ‘Pataakha’
- Posted on October 12, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Radhikka Madan advocates for body acceptance in Bollywood, sharing her personal struggle with weight-related criticism after gaining 15 kg for her role in 'Pataakha'. She publicly supports Katrina Kaif's postpartum journey, highlighting how the film industry perpetuates unrealistic beauty standards that harm women's mental health and self-worth. The actress emphasizes prioritizing overall wellness over conforming to narrow weight expectations.
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‘I was told I was too fat, heroine kaise banegi ye’: Radhikka Madan backs Katrina Kaif amid postpartum body-shaming, recalls shifting beauty standards pushed her to prioritise health over weight loss after gaining 15 kg for ‘Pataakha’
Actor Radhikka Madan has spoken about the pressure women face to meet changing beauty standards, expressing support for Katrina Kaif amid scrutiny over her postpartum weight gain. Recalling her own experience in the film industry, Radhikka said she was told she was “too fat” to become a heroine after gaining 15 kg for ‘Pataakha’.
