Kajol faces body-shaming comments after event appearance, Mini Mathur defends her

Living in the public eye is rarely easy. For celebrities, every outfit, every expression and even the most ordinary candid moments are put under a magnifying glass.

Paparazzi culture only fuels this relentless scrutiny, with photographs and videos snapped without consent quickly spreading online. More often than not, these posts spark hurtful speculation and body-shaming, overshadowing the person behind the image.

Kajol recently became the latest target of such unwarranted chatter. The beloved actress attended a high-profile event looking radiant in a black, body-hugging gown with a metallic neckline that added just the right amount of edge.

With soft waves in her hair, minimal make-up and her trademark bright smile, Kajol exuded elegance and ease. Yet, instead of celebrating her effortless style, the focus in the comment section shifted to insensitive guesses about whether she might be pregnant — a reminder of how quickly admiration online can turn into judgement.

The negativity didn’t go unchecked. Actress and host Mini Mathur stepped forward to defend Kajol, voicing what many quietly felt but few had said out loud. In a sharp rebuke to the intrusive behaviour, she commented: “How dare you zoom in on her body???? She doesn’t owe you guys eternal youth. You don’t get to decide how she should look.”