Aishwarya Rai Faces Body-Shaming on Social Media

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again took centre stage at Paris Fashion Week, walking the runway for L’Oréal Paris alongside global names including Kendall Jenner, Celine Dion, Simone Ashley, Eva Longoria and Cara Delevingne.

The actor attended L’Oréal Paris’ Le Défilé at Place Joffre on September 28, with the Eiffel Tower providing a striking backdrop. She made a regal appearance in a dramatic black velvet ensemble, completing the look with a tiara, red hair and a bold red lip.

While many fans praised Aishwarya’s confidence and presence, videos from the runway also triggered a fresh wave of body-shaming on social media. Several users focused on her appearance and weight rather than her participation in one of the fashion industry’s high-profile events.

Some comments speculated about whether she was pregnant, while others mocked her body and appearance. One user described her as a “Moti bhens”, another compared her to Fiona from Shrek, while others questioned her outfit and asked why the show had chosen her. One particularly harsh comment even suggested that she needed Ozempic. Others criticised her hair, makeup and overall styling.

The reaction is particularly striking given that L’Oréal Paris’ show was titled ‘Express Your Worth’, with the event centred on confidence, individuality, diversity and inclusion.

Aishwarya shared the runway with Kendall Jenner and Simone Ashley, while Celine Dion also participated in the show. The event featured several L’Oréal Paris ambassadors and international personalities, including Viola Davis, Jane Fonda, Eva Longoria, Cara Delevingne and Andie MacDowell.

Despite the online criticism, Aishwarya walked the runway with the same confidence and poise that have made her a long-standing global face of L’Oréal Paris. The episode has once again highlighted how women in the public eye continue to face scrutiny over their bodies, even at events that publicly celebrate individuality and self-expression.