Anjali Anand Reveals How Bollywood Typecast Her With Bell‑Bottoms

Anjali Anand, known for her role in the comedy film Dhamaal 4, recently spoke to iDiva about the pressures of typecasting in Bollywood. She explained that the bell‑bottoms she wore on screen were not a fashion choice but a directive from the film’s costume department, aimed at emphasizing her ‘fat’ appearance. Anand said that such visual cues reinforce stereotypical roles for actresses who do not fit the industry’s narrow beauty standards. She urged filmmakers to broaden character portrayals and avoid relying on body‑centric tropes. The actress’s candid remarks highlight ongoing concerns about body image and representation in Indian cinema.