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After nearly two decades, it is almost impossible to imagine anyone else dancing on the train roof other than Malaika Arora for the song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya.' However, in a shocking revelation, Bigg Boss 18 contestant, Shilpa Shirodkar shared that she was approached for the song first but was rejected by Farah Khan for being too fat.
In Bollywood, and the entertainment industry at large, lean, slim celebrities are often preferred over healthier-looking actors and actresses due to the existing beauty standards and stereotypes. This fixation on physical appearances can take a toll on actors' mental health, triggering issues like anxiety and depression. Shilpa's rejection, in some way, also sheds light on the issue of body shaming within the industry.
Shilpa Shirodkar Was Called ‘Fat’ By Farah Khan
Between the breaks, Shilpa Shirodkar revealed that she was offered to be featured in the song ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’, but Malaika replaced her later. Talking with Karan Veer Mehra and Chum Darang, the former actress shared that Farah Khan asked her to lose weight for the song'. “At that point of time, Farah had asked me to lose some weight,” she said, confessing that Farah Khan refused to take her in the song after a week or 10 days.
Not Malaika Arora in song Chaiya Chaiya with Shahrukh Khan but Shilpa Shirodkar was the first choice, but Beacuse of her fitness Farah Khan replaced her with Malaika Arora. ❤️ #ShilpaShirodkar #MalaikaArora #bollywoodnews pic.twitter.com/VXSKfXLI01
— Celebrity Shala (@CelebrityShala) December 8, 2024
The filmmaker-choreographer had asked Shilpa to lose weight for the song opposite Shah Rukh Khan. When Karan Veer Mehra asked whether it was because she didn’t lose weight to which she said, “Farah told me, ‘You are too fat for the song’.” Upon the answer, KV burst out in laughter as he added that the train would have stopped. “Tu chadti toh train rukh jaati kya?” he jokingly said. Karan also mentioned that everything happens for good reasons, and she has made some great films. He believes that no one could have performed better than Malaika Aroa in the song.
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Impact Of Body Shaming On Mental Health
‘Weight Shame, Social Connection, and Depressive Symptoms in Late Adolescence,’ a research paper published on PubMed, claims weight and body type can have long-term psychological and physical health consequences. Body shaming can lead to various mental health issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety, and depression.
It often causes individuals to avoid social situations and isolate themselves, resulting in feelings of loneliness and worthlessness. When a person is body shamed, they may try to avoid social situations and isolate themselves because of the embarrassment. This can lead to lower self-esteem and a poor self-image. It can also make a person feel lonely and sorry for themselves, which might result in depression.
Who Got Evicted In Recent Episode Of Bigg Boss 18?
BIASED SHOW
— Review Junkie (@jagatjoon12) December 9, 2024
Finally someone said it 👏
No eviction for three weeks just cos #ShilpaShirodkar or #ChumDarang might be evicted. Even #KaranveerMehra received less votes. So #BiggBoss had to pump him up so that he doesn’t get thrown out.#AvinashMishra
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In the recent episode aired on Sunday, Farah Khan asked the remaining contestants to decide who deserves to be evicted from the Bigg Boss 18 house. The final decision was between Chum Darang and Kashish Kapoor where Chum received 5 votes, while Kashish got 6 votes. Farah then told Kashish to pack her things and leave the house. As Kashish became emotional and got ready to exit the show, Farah announced that there would be no evictions this week.
Takeaway
The comment by Shilpa Shirodkar about her rejection of the iconic song ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’ highlights the often harsh realities of the entertainment industry. Initially approached for the role, Shilpa's candid discussion on Bigg Boss 18 sheds light on the pressures actresses face regarding their appearance. Farah Khan's blunt comment about her weight serves as a reminder of the unrealistic standards that persist in Bollywood.
Despite this setback, Shilpa maintains a positive outlook, acknowledging that everything happens for a reason and recognizing Malaika Arora's exceptional performance in the song. This incident not only adds depth to Shilpa's narrative but also underscores the importance of resilience and self-acceptance in a competitive field.