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Time of India
5 hours ago
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- Time of India
Jamie Lever opens up on facing colourism, fat-shaming; recalls being called ‘too ugly for the industry': ‘Was told kaali hai, chudail lagti hai, that I should die'
Actor and comedian Jamie Lever , daughter of veteran comedian Johnny Lever , recently opened up about her deeply personal struggles with body image and societal expectations. In a recent interview with Hauterrfly, Jamie shared that she battled severe insecurities growing up as an obese child and often felt embarrassed about her appearance. 'There was a phase when I used to cover up my body with long kurtas,' she said. 'Even my family asked me to cover my posterior because I have a bigger hip. I have a pear-shaped body, so what do I do about it? I was told to do something about my body, so I didn't like myself. My body was an embarrassment for me, and it is only much later in life that I learnt how to own my body and my curves.' Faced cruel comments about skin tone: 'Kaali hai, chudail lagti hai' Jamie also opened up about the harsh comments she received for her skin tone. From being called 'kaali' and 'chudail' to being told she looked too ugly for the industry, the actor revealed how colourism deeply affected her growing years. 'I get so many comments. Kaali hai, chudail lagti hai, chudail jaise hasti hai, you are ugly, you won't get work in the industry, tu marr kyu nahi jaati (why don't you just die), you are not getting work because of the way you look… Aisi shakal waali ladkiyon ko film nahi milti (girls who look like this don't get films),' she shared. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Knee Surgeons Baffled: New Device Relieves Years Of Knee Pain RejuvaCare Learn More Undo Calling out India's obsession with fairness, Jamie added, 'Colourism is such a huge issue here. Growing up, people would ask me to apply ubtans, turmeric masks, all of this to 'become fair.' It's a major problem in our country.' Jamie Lever mimics Rakhi Sawant to perfection; Here's how she reacted Mother's push helped her focus on fitness Jamie recalled that it was her mother who encouraged her to lose weight, reminding her that the film industry holds women to rigid beauty standards. Taking that motivation forward, Jamie started working on her fitness and began posting workout videos online to inspire other girls facing similar insecurities. Career and online presence Jamie Lever began her journey in entertainment with Comedy Circus Ke Mahabali in 2013 and made her Bollywood debut in 2015 with Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, starring Kapil Sharma . Over the years, she has appeared in films like Housefull 4, Bhoot Police, Yaatris, Crakk, and most recently, the Telugu film Aa Okkati Adakku. In addition to her film work, Jamie has earned a loyal fanbase on social media with her humorous and pitch-perfect mimicry videos. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Hindustan Times
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jamie Lever recalls getting cruel comments about her skin tone, being called ‘chudail': People told me to become fair
Johnny Lever's daughter Jamie Lever, who is an actor and comedian, recently opened up about growing up with insecurities about her body, as she was an obese child. In an interview with Hauterrfly, Jamie also revealed receiving comments about her skin tone and being called a witch. (Also Read: Jamie Lever recalls being traumatised as a 10-year-old by inappropriate men: 'Creep masturbated, conductor touched') Jamie talked about receiving criticism for her skin tone and said, "I get so many comments. Kaali hai (she's dark), chudail lagti hai (she looks like a witch), chudail jaise hasti hai (she laughs like a witch), you are ugly, you won't get work in the industry, tu marr kyu nahi jaati (why don't you just die), you are not getting work because of the way you look... Aisi shakal waali ladkiyon ko film nahi milti (girls who look like this don't get films). I have received such messages all my life. Colourism is such a huge issue here. Growing up, people would ask me to apply ubtans, turmeric masks, all of this to 'become fair'... Colourism is a major problem in our country." Jamie recalled that growing up, she had many insecurities about her body as she was a plump and obese child. She added, "There was a phase when I used to cover up my body with long kurtas. Even my family asked me to cover my posterior because I have a bigger hip. I have a pear-shaped body, so what do I do about it? I was told to do something about my body, so I didn't like myself. My body was an embarrassment for me, and it is only much later in life that I learnt how to own my body and my curves." She further recalled how her mother encouraged her to lose weight, as women in the industry are expected to look a certain way. After that, she started working on her body and posting her workout videos on social media to encourage other girls like her. Jamie started her career as a comedian on the show Comedy Circus Ke Mahabali on Sony Entertainment Television in 2013. In 2015, she made her Bollywood debut with Kapil Sharma's film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon. She then featured in several movies like Housefull 4, Bhoot Police, Yaatris, and Crakk among others. She was last seen in the Telugu film Aa Okkati Adakku. Apart from this, Jamie has also gained popularity for her mimicry videos on social media.
News18
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Jamie Lever Recalls Being Called ‘Chudail', Trolled For Skin Tone: ‘Asked To Use Ubtan'
Last Updated: Jamie Lever opens up about being trolled for her skin tone, called 'chudail,' and advised to 'become fair.' She also shares how she embraced her curves. In a deeply personal and powerful revelation, actress and comedian Jamie Lever has opened up about the years of online and offline abuse she has endured for her appearance — especially for her skin tone and body type. In a candid conversation with Hauterrfly, Jamie, the daughter of legendary comic actor Johnny Lever, shared how she was subjected to relentless trolling and unsolicited advice in her formative years, all for simply looking the way she does. 'I get so many comments — 'Kaali hai, chudail lagti hai, chudail jaise hasti hai, you are ugly, you won't get work in the industry, tu marr kyu nahi jaati…' These are the kinds of messages I've received all my life," Jamie revealed during the podcast. Her words shine a harsh light on the colourism that remains deeply entrenched in Indian society and the entertainment industry. She continued, 'Growing up, I was constantly told to apply ubtans and turmeric to become fair. People genuinely believed that my success depended on my fairness. Colourism is such a huge issue in our country, and it starts young." The trolling wasn't limited to just her skin tone. Jamie also opened up about struggling with body image issues as a child. Being plump and curvy invited a different kind of judgment — often from those closest to her. 'Even my own family asked me to cover my posterior because I have a bigger hip. I have a pear-shaped body — what do I do about it? I would only wear long kurtas and dresses to keep my lower body hidden. It took years before I could truly embrace my body and curves." Despite the negativity, Jamie has carved a strong niche for herself in the world of entertainment. Widely known for her razor-sharp wit and mimicry skills, she is a respected name in stand-up comedy and social media circuits. From viral Instagram sketches to roles in Bollywood films like Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Housefull 4, Bhoot Police, Yaatris, and Crakk, Jamie has shown resilience and versatility. By speaking her truth, Jamie Lever is not only reclaiming her narrative but also encouraging many others to embrace their individuality in a world obsessed with appearance. First Published: June 08, 2025, 14:03 IST
Hindustan Times
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Jamie Lever recalls being traumatised as a 10-year-old by inappropriate men: ‘Creep masturbated, conductor touched'
Actor-comedian Jamie Lever says she was traumatised due to inappropriate men when she was as young as 10. In an interview with Hauterrfly, Jamie spoke about the instances from childhood that left her wary of men till she was well into adulthood. (Also Read: 'You did a Sara better than her': Internet approves Jamie Lever's mimicry of Sara Ali Khan from Love Aaj Kal 2. Watch) Jamie recalled in the interview how one day her driver picked her up from school and was waiting outside for her brother (Jessey) to come out. 'He asked me to wait in the car. My friend and I were chatting in the back seat. One creepy guy came, stood at the window behind her, flashed me and started masturbating. It was the first time I'd seen a male part and I was so shocked. I didn't understand what was happening. I was so young, maybe 10-12. I started trembling because I thought he'd open the door and do something,' she said. Jamie remembers locking the door and pretending not to see him, which eventually made him walk away. She also stated that her school bus conductor would touch her inappropriately. 'Our school bus conductor was so inappropriate with us, he would touch us. Some days, I feel like it's all a bad dream…I have suppressed these memories. He's supposed to protect children, but he had a sick mind. I became so closed off, I didn't let men into my life. I only dated once I moved abroad in my 20s,' she said. The actor also stated she never told these instances to her father, Johnny Lever, or mother, Sujatha, because she couldn't comprehend what was happening. Jamie, who has appeared in films like Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, Housefull 4, and Bhoot Police, ventured into Telugu cinema in 2024. She starred in Aa Okkati Adakku with Allari Naresh and Faria Abdullah and in the JioHotstar web series Pop Kaun.
News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Jamie Lever Reveals Being Traumatised After Man Masturbated In Front Of Her
Last Updated: Jamie Lever, daughter of actor Johny Lever, shared a traumatic school incident where a stranger exposed himself and masturbated, leading her to avoid men for years. Actress, comedian, and social media personality Jamie Lever, daughter of the renowned Bollywood actor Johny Lever, recently revealed some deeply troubling experiences from her past. These incidents had a profound effect on her, causing her to avoid men for many years. Jamie recounted a distressing event where a stranger exposed himself and masturbated in front of her outside her school. Jamie was a student at Jamnabai Narsee International School in Mumbai's Vile Parle at the time. Recalling the disturbing incident, Jamie told Hauterrfly, 'My driver asked me to sit inside the car after school. I was sitting at the backseat with my friend and we were waiting for my brother. A man came and stood outside the car…he flashed and he started masturbating. I was so shocked that I didn't understand what was happening. I was shaking because I thought he'll open the car door. I slowly locked the doors and when he realised we were not looking at him, he walked off." The actress added, 'It was so disturbing. I was only 10-12 years old when this happened. I didn't tell my parents because I didn't understand what happened. I did not even discuss this with the friend who I was with because we were traumatised." Jamie also said that the school bus conductor, who was supposed to keep children safe, would sometimes hold them and touch them in a wrong way. Recalling another incident, Jamie said, 'Once, I was coming down the stairs at Andheri station and a man came and flashed in front of me. I froze as I didn't understand what happened and why it happened. My friend pulled me and asked me to just keep walking. All these things disturb you. It's now that I feel that I have the courage to stand up for myself and react." Talking about how these incidents affected her as a teenager, Jamie added, 'To be honest, all these things are like a bad dream to me. You don't want to go back and revisit these things. I've suppressed these incidents in my subconscious. Also, because of these scary incidents, I didn't let men come close to me for many years. Dating, relationships and even talking to men happened much later in my life. I started opening up when I was in London for my post-graduation." Jamie made her Bollywood debut in 2015 with the film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon, which starred Kapil Sharma, Elli AvrRam, and others. She later appeared in movies like Housefull 4, Bhoot Police, Yaatris, and Crakk. In 2024, she stepped into the South Indian film industry with her first Telugu film, Aa Okatti Adakku. First Published:
