Mrunal Thakur Opens Up on Body Shaming Struggles ..?
Mrunal Thakur recently revealed that she battled years of body shaming and online trolling over her weight.
The actress admitted that the constant criticism deeply affected her mental health and self-esteem.
In an interview with News18, she shared that there were nights when she would cry herself to sleep.
She recalled waking up with swollen, puffy eyes and questioning whether the pressure was worth it.
Mrunal said the expectation to fit into unrealistic beauty standards made her feel depressed at times.
She emphadata-sized that surviving in such an environment requires immense courage, especially without strong support.
A major shift in her mindset came after a chance interaction with a young fan.
The fan complimented her body, unaware that Mrunal herself was chasing someone else’s physique.
That moment made her realize the importance of valuing her own uniqueness.
She understood that seeking validation from others only weakens self-confidence.
Mrunal said true confidence begins with self-acceptance.
Over time, she embraced her natural curves and stopped trying to meet unrealistic standards.
Mrunal credited superstar akshay kumar for strengthening her self-belief journey.
She recalled meeting him and being deeply moved by his words.
Akshay praised her for embracing her authentic self.
He advised her not to listen to negative voices that trigger self-doubt.
He encouraged her to prioritize her well-being over public pressure.
However, he added that if a role genuinely demands transformation, it should be done thoughtfully.
His balanced advice left a lasting impact on Mrunal.
Mrunal’s latest release, Do Deewane Sehar Mein, hit theatres on february 20, 2026.
She stars opposite siddhant chaturvedi in the romantic drama.
It is produced by sanjay leela bhansali and Zee Studios.
The movie earned approximately ₹4–5 crore during its opening weekend in India.
The story focuses on two imperfect individuals navigating emotional turmoil rather than a fairy-tale romance.
With renewed confidence and a positive outlook, Mrunal says she now feels empowered to data-face public scrutiny.
The actress admitted that the constant criticism deeply affected her mental health and self-esteem.
In an interview with News18, she shared that there were nights when she would cry herself to sleep.
She recalled waking up with swollen, puffy eyes and questioning whether the pressure was worth it.
Mrunal said the expectation to fit into unrealistic beauty standards made her feel depressed at times.
She emphadata-sized that surviving in such an environment requires immense courage, especially without strong support.
Turning Point: Learning Self-Acceptance
A major shift in her mindset came after a chance interaction with a young fan.
The fan complimented her body, unaware that Mrunal herself was chasing someone else’s physique.
That moment made her realize the importance of valuing her own uniqueness.
She understood that seeking validation from others only weakens self-confidence.
Mrunal said true confidence begins with self-acceptance.
Over time, she embraced her natural curves and stopped trying to meet unrealistic standards.
Akshay Kumar’s Advice Changed Everything
Mrunal credited superstar akshay kumar for strengthening her self-belief journey.
She recalled meeting him and being deeply moved by his words.
Akshay praised her for embracing her authentic self.
He advised her not to listen to negative voices that trigger self-doubt.
He encouraged her to prioritize her well-being over public pressure.
However, he added that if a role genuinely demands transformation, it should be done thoughtfully.
His balanced advice left a lasting impact on Mrunal.
About Do Deewane Sehar Mein
Mrunal’s latest release, Do Deewane Sehar Mein, hit theatres on february 20, 2026.
She stars opposite siddhant chaturvedi in the romantic drama.
The film is directed by ravi Udyawar
It is produced by sanjay leela bhansali and Zee Studios.
The movie earned approximately ₹4–5 crore during its opening weekend in India.
The story focuses on two imperfect individuals navigating emotional turmoil rather than a fairy-tale romance.
With renewed confidence and a positive outlook, Mrunal says she now feels empowered to data-face public scrutiny.