Esha Deol opens up about comparisons with her mom Hema Malini after first film, recalls being body-shamed; ‘Would say a lot about my baby fat’

Esha Deol opens up about comparisons with her mom Hema Malini after first film, recalls being body-shamed; 'Would say a lot about my baby fat'

As a lifestyle expert, I find it incredibly inspiring to delve into the lives of individuals who have navigated through the tumultuous waters of the entertainment industry with grace and resilience, much like Esha Deol. Her journey from the fiery dance performance in Dhoom Machale to her candid revelations about body-shaming and comparisons with her iconic mother, Hema Malini, is a testament to her strength and determination.


Do you recall Esha Deol’s electrifying dance routine in the hit track, Dhoom Machale from Yash Raj Films’ 2004 movie, Dhoom? Her performance continues to be admired today. More recently, Esha discussed the comparisons drawn between her and her mother, actress Hema Malini, after her debut film, Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe. Additionally, the Dhoom actress disclosed that she faced body shaming for her “baby fat” following the release of the 2002 movie

In a new interview with Zoom, Esha Deol spilled the beans about how her thoughts on working in showbiz were initially changed after the release of her debut movie, Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe.

As the performer who joined the cinematic world with Na Tum Jaano Na Hum, I must confess that my enthusiasm for movies was palpable from the get-go. In the beginning, I didn’t feel any burden to uphold the legacy of my esteemed parents. However, upon witnessing the audience reception of Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe, I found myself under the “pressure pump,” as it were

Esha mentioned, “Later on, people compared me in my debut movie to my mother who starred in 200 films. They often pointed out my baby fat and said things like ‘She has so much baby fat.’ But at 18, I had those plump cheeks, and I found it endearing as the roles I played were cute.”

Esha Deol shared that, following a flood of reactions, she spoke to her mother, Hema Malini – a seasoned actress from Yuva. In response, Hema suggested that Esha should reconsider her career choice in acting or toughen up to navigate the demanding industry more effectively

As a lifestyle expert, I might rephrase it like this: Reflecting on a heartfelt conversation with my mom, Hema, I recalled how I shared my struggles with the critical reviews. The actress from Baghban, in her wisdom, probed me about my reasons for being in the film industry. Wise as she is, the senior star cautioned that if these reviews were to impact my inner peace significantly, then perhaps this line of work isn’t suitable for me

Hema Malini advised Esha to keep her sights set on her objectives and understand that comparisons will inevitably persist. Moreover, she suggested that if Esha could deal with such remarks, then she should carry on acting in Bollywood

Esha Deol has Suniel Shetty’s series, Invisible Woman and an upcoming film, Main in the pipeline.

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2024-09-06 02:08