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Delnaaz Irani discusses beauty standards in Bollywood
Actress Delnaaz Irani has addressed the beauty standards prevalent within the Bollywood film industry, noting that women often face pressure to maintain specific skin types and appearances.
In a recent interview, the 54-year-old actress acknowledged that while she occasionally feels this pressure, she prioritizes self-acceptance and enjoying life over constant worry regarding weight or physical changes. Irani noted that aging brings natural physical, mental, and emotional shifts, such as laugh lines, which should be accepted rather than fought.
Irani also reflected on generational shifts, observing that modern life carries more pressure regarding personal choices and presentation compared to her own generation, which she described as being comparatively simpler.