When Madhuri Dixit was asked to get her nose done to look like a star
Madhuri Dixit recently revealed in an interview that she faced unwanted comments about her appearance at the beginning of her career, but overcame these challenges with family support and professional success.
Madhuri Dixit, considered one of the most accomplished actresses of her generation, has spoken about the criticism she faced regarding her appearance at the beginning of her career in the mid-1980s. In a recent interview, Dixit spoke about how these comments affected her and what role her family, especially her mother, played in helping her deal with such challenges.
In conversation with Nayandeep Rakshit, Dixit recalled the unwanted comments made about her looks before her success in cinema. She said, “When I was just starting out, a lot of people used to tell me – do this, what’s your nose like, your this, your that. I used to go and say, ‘Mom, they are saying this.’ And my mom would say, ‘Don’t worry about it. Once you have a successful film, that’s the thing they will love about you.”
His mother’s advice, though initially difficult to accept, proved to be accurate. film release acid This was a turning point, which turned him into a famous star overnight. The acceptance and popularity that followed changed the narrative around his appearance.
Considering the period thereafter acidDixit said that the unsolicited advice has gone away. She recalled, “After Acid, no one said anything about being thin or being this or that. People accepted me the way I am. Even today, I tell new girls – don’t try to fit into a mold. Don’t say that a heroine should look like this. If you are different, it is a uniqueness in you. Work on it.”
Dixit encouraged newcomers not to conform to established standards of appearance, and highlighted the need for authenticity and self-acceptance in an often stereotyped field.
Recently Dixit was seen in a web series Mrs. DeshpandeDirected by Nagesh Kukunoor, where he played the role of a serial killer. The show, which is currently streaming on JioHotstar, showcases his willingness to play diverse and challenging roles.
In an interview about the show, Dixit expressed her gratitude to directors like Kukunoor for providing her opportunities to explore new creative avenues. He has been recognized for playing diverse roles and encouraging the next generation of actors.