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Mindy Kaling Denies Victoria's Secret Lingerie Modeling
12 Aug
Summary
- Mindy Kaling clarified she is not the model in a Victoria's Secret ad.
- The model mistaken for Kaling is Paloma Elsesser, a Vogue cover star.
- Kaling previously collaborated with Andie Swim for flattering swimwear.

Actress Mindy Kaling has clarified recent social media speculation identifying her as a model in a Victoria's Secret advertisement. Responding via Instagram Stories, Kaling stated, "This is not me!" and expressed admiration for the actual model, Paloma Elsesser.
Elsesser, who has graced the covers of American and British Vogue and was named Model of the Year in 2023, is the woman featured in the campaign for Victoria's Secret's Very Sexy Collection. She has also worked with brands like Nike and Fenty Beauty.
Kaling herself has a history of engagement with the fashion industry. In 2023 and 2024, she partnered with the swimwear brand Andie for collections designed to be flattering and supportive for various body types, a collaboration she discussed with PEOPLE magazine.
Kaling also shared her approach to public commentary on her body, emphasizing her commitment to health and fitness through running and weightlifting, while trying to filter out excessive discussion about her physical changes.