Madhuri Dixit defends Aishwarya Rai

Veteran Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit has spoken out in defense of fellow actor Aishwarya Rai, who faced online criticism for her weight following her appearance at the Cannes Film Festival. Dixit, 59, asserted that the public's condemnation of Rai is misplaced, given Rai's long-standing contributions to India's global image.

"Aishwarya has been there (at Cannes) for 20 years. She, who is also a world-renowned star, has made India proud," Dixit said in a recent interview. She highlighted Rai's significant contributions to the country, arguing that her value should not be measured by her physical appearance.

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Aishwarya has been there (at Cannes) for 20 years. She, who is also a world-renowned star, has made India proud.

Dixit further elaborated, "You cannot judge her by her weight, her dress size, or the numbers on a calendar. She is beautiful, beautiful inside and out." The statement comes after Rai faced a barrage of negative comments on social media regarding her post-pregnancy body.

This defense from Dixit underscores a broader conversation about body image and the intense scrutiny faced by public figures, particularly women, in the entertainment industry. Rai's consistent presence at Cannes for two decades has cemented her status as a global icon, and Dixit's comments aim to shift the focus back to her achievements rather than temporary physical changes.

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You cannot judge her by her weight, her dress size, or the numbers on a calendar. She is beautiful, beautiful inside and out.