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Parineeti Chopra slams post‑pregnancy trolling, asks ‘When did stretch marks become negative?’
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 03:38 AM
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Bollywood actress Parineeti Chopra labeled online criticism of her post‑pregnancy stretch marks as ‘absolutely illiterate’ and questioned the stigma surrounding body changes.
Parineeti Chopra, a noted Hindi‑film actress, responded to a wave of social‑media comments that focused on the appearance of stretch marks after she gave birth. The actress used her platform to challenge the negativity, stating that the marks are a natural part of pregnancy.
She described the trolling as “absolutely illiterate,” emphasizing that such remarks reflect a lack of understanding about women's bodies. Chopra asked rhetorically, “When did stretch marks become negative?” highlighting the need for broader acceptance.
The statement has sparked discussion among fans and body‑positivity advocates, who have largely supported her stance. Observers note that the episode adds to ongoing conversations in India about body image, especially for women after childbirth.
No official response from the critics has emerged yet; Chopra’s comments underline a growing trend of celebrities using their platforms to address societal biases.
She described the trolling as “absolutely illiterate,” emphasizing that such remarks reflect a lack of understanding about women's bodies. Chopra asked rhetorically, “When did stretch marks become negative?” highlighting the need for broader acceptance.
The statement has sparked discussion among fans and body‑positivity advocates, who have largely supported her stance. Observers note that the episode adds to ongoing conversations in India about body image, especially for women after childbirth.
No official response from the critics has emerged yet; Chopra’s comments underline a growing trend of celebrities using their platforms to address societal biases.