'It started affecting my health': Radhikka Madan on body-shaming and unrealistic beauty standards

'It started affecting my health': Radhikka Madan on body-shaming and unrealistic beauty standards Updated On: 12 October, 2026 11:19 AM IST | Mumbai | Radhikka Madan has backed Katrina Kaif amid criticism over her postpartum weight gain, recalling how she was told she was “too fat” after gaining 15 kg for Pataakha. The actor said she was later labelled “too thin” after losing weight Listen to this article : Radhikka Madan. Pic via Instagram Actor Radhikka Madan spoke out against the scrutiny women face over their appearance, expressing solidarity with Katrina Kaif after the latter faced criticism for her postpartum weight gain . Drawing from her own experience with body-shaming, Radhikka highlighted how women are constantly judged for their size, regardless of whether they gain or lose weight. Radhikka Madan recalls body-shaming Speaking to HT City, the actor recalled how her physical transformation for films became a source of criticism, eventually affecting her health. She said the experience taught her to stop chasing other people's expectations and prioritise her well-being instead. Read Next Story Trending Stories Latest Photos Latest Videos Latest Web Stories