Actor Faces Pressure to Alter Looks for Roles

Actor Ayesha Khan has spoken out about the pressure she has faced to alter her physical appearance for acting roles. Khan, known for her role in the song Shararat from the film Dhurandhar, disclosed that she was advised to 'fix' her nose and teeth by people outside the core creative team. She expressed frustration with these comments, particularly from individuals not in directorial positions.

During an interview, Khan recounted specific instances, including one where someone suggested she change her nose. She firmly stated her love for her natural features and questioned the basis for such intrusive suggestions. Khan also shared an experience during a casting call for a horror film, where a famous director indicated that she might need dental work otherwise.

Khan highlighted that these comments often came from coordinators or peripheral figures rather than the directors themselves. She emphasized her satisfaction with her appearance and questioned the motives and actions of those who feel compelled to offer such unsolicited advice. Her statements shed light on the often-unseen pressures faced by actors regarding their looks in the industry.