Parineeti Chopra on gaining weight for Amar Singh Chamkila: ‘Lost brands, didn’t do events’

Parineeti Chopra candidly discussed on Raj Shamani's podcast Figuring Out how she gained weight for her role in Amar Singh Chamkila. Director Imtiaz Ali had directed her to gain weight and minimize makeup to accurately portray Amarjot Kaur. Despite her friends warning about the potential negative effects on her career, she fully committed to the role.

However, she revealed that this decision led to the loss of brands and she stopped attending industry events, as people assumed she was pregnant or had undergone cosmetic procedures. Parineeti herself didn't want to gain weight or look unwell, leading to the struggle of losing the extra weight. The experience of body shaming impacting her career made her feel personally attacked, affecting her confidence and self-esteem.

Mumbai-based counselling psychologist Yash Dilip explained that when criticism about one's body starts to affect their career, it can cause distress and lead to anxiety, self-consciousness, and a constant pressure to conform to societal beauty standards. He emphasized the importance of not allowing external opinions to define one's self-worth and suggested limiting exposure to hurtful comments, seeking support from genuine friends, and focusing on skills beyond appearance to regain emotional balance.