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Actress Shenaz Treasury recalls being body-shamed during Shahid Kapoor's 'Ishq Vishk': 'Was told I am too fat, my belly is sticking out and...'
The actress added, 'I was told, 'Oh, you're too fat, your belly is sticking out, you need to diet.' The other girl in the movie was so thin — they were padding her.' 'Ishq Vishk' fame and former MTV host Shenaz Treasury is now a successful and popular travel blogger and influencer on Instagram. Her recent video of why people are moving to Bali has sparked online debate. The actress said in the video, 'I pay more rent for my one bedroom apartment in Mumbai than my friend pays for her villa in Bali.' And now in an interview with ETimes, the actress recalled being body-shamed on the sets of her debut film Ishq Vishk. Shenaz said, 'In college, there was all that pressure too — you know, like Neeli neeli aankhon wali kaun hai wo — and then the director was like, 'You've got to wear green lenses, you have to be perfect, you have to look great. Oh, you don't look good in some angles; actresses are supposed to look good in all angles,' as if it was my fault.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The actress added, 'I was told, 'Oh, you're too fat, your belly is sticking out, you need to diet.' The other girl in the movie was so thin — they were padding her, putting pads on her — while they were trying to shrink me. So I was on some crazy diet. They wouldn't let me eat. It was so ridiculous. And it was so sad. Looking back, I can't believe we had to go through those things. In fact, the world we live in today is much nicer to actors and more accepting of all shapes and sizes.' What netizens said about her viral Bali video These are the comments that are coming in: Well, I can get triple times size of Home in my Hometown with half of this cost ! How is it comparable? Its a wrong compare. There are equally cheaper places in other good places in India. Bhai we work offline… so whatever the rent or cost of living.. we have ti stay in Mumbai… it's unfair to compare 2 totally different cities. How about Tokyo, new York etc. Omg I need to move to Bali - paying so much rent and just waking up to horns and pollution here.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shenaz Treasury: ‘They compared me to Amrita Rao on Ishq Vishk set, told me I was too fat while padding her'
In a world where looking ageless has become a silent expectation, actress and former VJ Shenaz Treasury , who is known for her performances in Ishq Vishk, Delhi Belly and Kaalakaandi, opens up about the emotional toll of perfection in showbiz. Speaking exclusively to ETimes, she traces her journey from being a teenage model to a Bollywood face, and why she now rejects the idea of flawless beauty. Do you remember the first time you felt pressure to look a certain way in the industry? So, I have been modelling since I was 16 years old. When I was in FYJC, someone came and picked me up, and I auditioned for an ad. I got it, and from there I started getting more ads — so I started off as a model. And since day one, there was always the pressure: 'Oh, she's... you know, like, just if you could lose 5 kgs.' It was always about losing weight for me. 'Oh, she's cute but she's too plump, her face is a little chubby.' You know, I always got that. So yeah, since I was 16, I was always like... and at that time, you know, I was so young and vulnerable. I was always trying — putting myself on these crazy diets, working out, not eating, and all of that — just to, you know, look a certain way that was the industry standard. And now, looking back at the pictures, I was beautiful. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Luxury 3 & 4 BHKs with 25+ World-Class Amenities Evara Thane Buy Now Undo I was young and cute. It's just that I wasn't the skinny model type, and that's what they wanted me to be, even though they came and selected me. So yes, that was always the case. In fact, I remember once even going all the way to Nepal for a shoot, and the director was like, 'Yeah, but your face is too big, it's too round.' I remember feeling really sad and crying about it — which was completely not my fault. So yeah, that was the first time when I was very, very young, 16 years old. Have you ever felt judged or sidelined based on how you looked rather than how you performed? Well, it's always been about how I look, from even my first movie, Ishq Vishk. I was supposed to be Alisha, the best-looking girl in school. In college, there was all that pressure too — you know, like Neeli neeli aankhon wali kaun hai wo — and then the director was like, 'You've got to wear green lenses, you have to be perfect, you have to look great. Oh, you don't look good in some angles; actresses are supposed to look good in all angles,' as if it was my fault. 'Oh, you're too fat, your belly is sticking out, you need to diet.' The other girl in the movie was so thin — they were padding her, putting pads on her — while they were trying to shrink me. So I was on some crazy diet. They wouldn't let me eat, but then they'd be like, 'Oh, here Amrita (Rao), have some chocolates.' It was so ridiculous. And it was so sad. Looking back, I can't believe we had to go through those things. In fact, the world we live in today is much nicer to actors and more accepting of all shapes and sizes. The world we grew up in, in the 90s — oh my God, even in MTV — they were like, 'Oh, you've put on weight. If you don't lose weight, we're going to give your show to Maria.' And they told Maria the same thing. Have you personally ever felt pressure to undergo cosmetic procedures to 'stay relevant' or 'camera-ready'? For me, it was always pressure to be thinner. Yeah, that was always the pressure. Like, oh my God, you're too plump, you're too fat. If only you lost five kgs. So I did feel a lot of pressure, I have to say. Even when they would say things to me like, 'Oh, you know, your belly's sticking out. We have to cut around your belly.' They'd say things like this to me, you know, when I was shooting for my first film. And at that time, I would just cry myself to sleep, try to starve myself. And of course, that doesn't work because I'd starve all day and then I would eat at night. I developed such unhealthy eating disorders. It was really, really difficult, especially when I was younger. I think all of that has made me stronger as I've gotten older. Now I'm very accepting of my face and my body. And I'm just like, okay, this is what it is. If you notice on social media, I don't even wear makeup because I just want to keep it real and raw. And yes, I am blessed with good skin — touch wood — and I am blessed with, you know, like a baby face, so I don't maybe look as old as I am. But at the same time, I think it's also going through all of this when I was at a younger age that has made me stronger and not fall under the pressure of this whole... like, you know, these cosmetic procedures and stuff. OMG! Shenaz Treasury reveals she has prosopagnosia, says 'can't recognise faces' Is the demand for flawless beauty hurting the kind of cinema that values emotional authenticity over visual perfection? Comments on older women's pages that I see… I don't feel like I blame them, or even women in general. It's actually society that is making women like this—where they feel this constant pressure. Like, 'Oh, you have to have a certain kind of face. Oh my God, you can't have wrinkles.' Which is so crazy, because all our parents, everyone, had wrinkles. And also, the way society treats women at a certain age. I think women in their 50s and 60s are just ignored. Sadly, people just look away, and men go for younger women. That creates so much pressure on women. There is so much undue pressure on women. Look at the men—as soon as they turn 40, they're balding, they have big stomachs. Women are still accepting of them. So how come men are not accepting of women? Does the constant comparison—on social media, paparazzi shots, red carpets—affect how you see yourself physically? More than red carpets, I think it's these paparazzi shots. I mean, they are ridiculous. And now you see women dressing up for them, all like trying for the male gaze—you know, wearing all these tiny little tops and these, I don't know what... like these huge boobs and huge ass. It's so unnatural. It's not even real. Like, that's not how it is. Tiny waist, huge curves—how is this even possible sometimes? I think about it when I see them walking around with their dogs and stuff. It's just... not real. But it's all done for the male gaze. And it's not the women's fault—it's society. It's this pressure. Yeah, all women feel like they have to look exactly like that, like a Kim Kardashian. And it's really not fair on women, all this pressure. I don't follow paparazzi sites. I mute anything that I see that won't uplift me. I don't want to see that stuff. If I do, it just makes me feel like yuck. And I don't want to feel yuck. Do you believe Bollywood is slowly shifting toward more natural, authentic beauty ideals—or is that just a niche trend? I think Bollywood is showing us very natural, real-looking men, but the women are still stunning and beautiful. So I don't know, maybe I'm not watching the movies you're talking about. What message would you give to aspiring actors or young fans feeling insecure about their looks because of what they see on screen or on Instagram? I would just like to tell young people that the ones who last in this industry—speaking as somebody who has been here for many decades—I think it's not about looking perfect. It's about talent, about being creative, and about showing up authentically. If you're just going to juggle your boobs and show your ass—well, some people can make a career out of that. But not everybody. And very rarely does that last your entire lifetime. In fact, it probably leaves you with a lot of insecurities and scars. So just be real. Show up as you are. I think people will like you for who you are—your authenticity and your vulnerability—more than anything else. At least I feel that's the case for me. Because, honestly, it's not about your great ass or your amazing glass skin, which anybody can have nowadays with all the treatments in the market. That should not be your USP. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
From perk to pressure: Manjari Fadnnis, Shenaz Treasury, Saumya Tandon and others speak on Bollywood's unspoken war with beauty obsession
There was a time when a mole above the lip, a crooked smile, or a slightly uneven nose could become an actor's signature charm. Think of the classic stars whose quirks were part of their magnetism. But in today's hyper-lit, high-definition, filter-heavy world, individuality often bends under the weight of 'perfection.' In Bollywood and the wider entertainment industry, looking ageless has shifted from being a professional bonus to a silent, persistent pressure — one that can shape careers, distort self-worth, and blur the line between authenticity and artifice. Across candid conversations with ETimes, actors and influencers shared unfiltered truths about their earliest experiences of beauty pressure, the compromises they've resisted, and their fears for a generation growing up in the shadow of 'flawless' faces. The first cut: when beauty standards hit young Manjari Fadnnis For Manjari Fadnnis , the awakening came brutally early. 'Right in the beginning of my career when I was just a teenager,' she recalls, 'I was told I'm not hot enough to be an actress in Bollywood. That I need to wear colour contact lenses, wigs, blow-dry my curly hair straight… basically, I was made to look like every other girl trying to become an actress.' At an impressionable age, she was told not to be herself — and the message left scars. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Family Adopted A New 'Dog', But When The Vet Sees It He Calls The Police Undo 'For a long time, I had so many insecurities. Instead of embracing my uniqueness, I was adapting to what I was told would make me glamorous.' For Shenaz Treasury , the entry point was modelling at 16 — and the criticism was immediate. 'It was always about losing weight for me... 'she's cute but too plump, her face is a little chubby.' I was so young and vulnerable, so I'd go on crazy diets, work out, not eat, all just to fit the industry standard. Now when I look back at those pictures, I was beautiful. But at the time, I felt like I was never enough.' Television and OTT actress Saumya Tandon faced a different — but equally absurd — stereotype. 'Because I am fair, have brown hair and light eyes, people in television said I'd surely be considered for vamp roles. The fair girls were the bad girls, the dusky ones were the good girls. Goodness and badness decided by skin colour — what a horrendous thing! It was cornering.' Typecast by your own face Shenaz Treasury Looks don't just affect self-esteem; they can decide the kind of roles an actor is even considered for. Manjari admits she spent years boxed in as 'the sweet girl next door.' 'I wasn't getting layered, interesting roles. I felt suffocated as an artist. Until I decided I'd wait for better roles or walk away.' The turning point came with Barot House, which forced the industry to see her differently. Shenaz remembers her debut film Ishq Vishk vividly — but not for the reasons fans might think. 'I was supposed to be Alisha, the best-looking girl in school. The director made me wear green lenses, told me actresses must look good in all angles. If my belly stuck out, I had to diet more. The other girl in the movie was so thin they were padding her, while they were trying to shrink me. It was ridiculous.' For Siddharth Sibbal, a well-built physique has been a double-edged sword. 'It tends to steer the roles I'm offered toward armed forces or police officers, rather than more character-driven or everyday roles. Only when people saw my reels — comedy, vulnerability — did they start seeing me beyond the uniform.' Saumya Tandon points out the same bias extends to serious professional roles on screen. 'Fair-looking girls will never be offered the roles of a doctor, engineer, lawyer. They'll only be wives, mistresses, honey traps. What a terrible message! In real life, a girl can be any skin colour and be intelligent — why can't that reflect on screen?' Cosmetic crossroads Saumya Tandon In an industry where the camera magnifies every pore, the option of cosmetic enhancement lurks in the background for almost everyone. Manjari admits she once thought about it — briefly. 'Then I thought, what DO I do?! I'm perfect!' she laughs, but quickly turns serious: 'I love the way I look. I am camera-ready and absolutely relevant. I don't have to try to be.' Shenaz's pressure was less about fillers and more about staying thin — to the point of developing unhealthy eating habits. 'At the time, I would cry myself to sleep, starve all day, then eat at night. Now I'm much more accepting of my face and body. I don't even wear makeup on social media — I want to keep it real.' Saumya links the pressure directly to social media. 'The perfect idea of a perfect body, perfect lips, perfect face — it's manufactured day in and day out with filters. It's unrealistic and unhealthy, especially for teenage girls. It's so bad for their mental health.' Siddharth admits to receiving 'suggestions' for hair enhancement and Botox. 'These procedures have almost become the norm for actors. But it should be a personal choice, not a compulsory rite of passage to stay relevant.' Bollywood stars react sharply to supreme court's stray dog order Social media: the magnifying glass Priyanka Bajaj While the red carpet may have once been the main arena for beauty comparison, now the battlefield is Instagram feeds and paparazzi shots. Shenaz finds paparazzi culture particularly toxic. 'You see women dressing for them, all for the male gaze — tiny tops, huge boobs, tiny waist. It's not even real. I mute anything that won't uplift me. I don't want to see that stuff.' For Priyanka Bajaj, the approach is different. 'I focus on gratitude. Every time I see my images out there, I remind myself it's a privilege to share my work. Comparison is natural, but I let it inspire me rather than limit me.' Manjari says she's built resilience over years of self-acceptance. 'Like every normal person I have insecurities — I prefer my left profile! But I've learnt to love myself with my flaws.' Is authenticity really trending — or just a niche? Prableen Kaur Bhomrah Almost everyone interviewed sees signs of change — but opinions vary on how deep it runs. Manjari believes audiences are 'woke enough to reject unrelatable flawlessness' and want emotional authenticity. 'The characters they're loving are relatable ones.' Influencer Prableen Kaur Bhomrah goes further, seeing a 'clear shift towards natural and authentic beauty ideals... people want to feel more relatable, more at home with what they see on screen.' "The beauty norms aren't as far-fetched as they used to be, and it's encouraging to see this change. From celebrities to actors—everyone is adapting to it, and I believe that's a really good thing," she says. She further adds, "I feel that as long as you're able to accept yourself—your skin, your body—nobody should have the right to tell you what they think you should do. Whether it's a beauty treatment or any kind of enhancement, it should only happen if you genuinely want it. Otherwise, no one should be able to make that decision for you, no matter how much pressure you're under. Today, we're actually seeing a kind of reverse psychology—people are embracing more natural skin, avoiding lip fillers, and stepping away from excessive treatments. " But Saumya dismisses the idea of an industry-wide shift. 'Bollywood is as stereotypical as it was. Maybe once in a while a good film comes, but otherwise, it's the same mould — similar bodies, similar hair, similar styling.' Siddharth calls it 'more of a niche trend than the norm,' noting mainstream cinema still leans toward the perfect look, while OTT and content-driven films lead the push for authenticity. Priyanka is more optimistic. 'OTT platforms and fresh voices are celebrating individuality more than ever. It's refreshing.' The gender divide in beauty pressure Siddharth Sibbal Several voices point out that men, while not immune, often escape the same intense scrutiny. Shenaz is blunt: 'Look at the men — as soon as they turn 40 they're balding, have big stomachs. Women are not accepted like that. Men go for younger women, and society enables it.' Siddharth acknowledges that male actors get nudged toward certain enhancements, but the career penalty for 'imperfection' seems lower. 'Being well-groomed is important, but ultimately, your performance stays with people longer than your jawline.' Advice to the next generation Despite their different journeys, every voice offers a similar closing note: your uniqueness is your greatest asset. Manjari Fadnnis: 'Even the most naturally beautiful people have insecurities. Imperfections make us beautiful. Find your own unique.' Shenaz Treasury: 'It's not about looking perfect. Be real, show up as you are. People will like you for your authenticity and vulnerability more than your glass skin.' Saumya Tandon: 'If you're your own self — unique look, unique voice — you'll stand out. Don't look factory-produced.' Prableen Kaur Bhomrah: 'No one should feel insecure about their looks. Audiences love people more for being natural than for having procedures.' Siddharth Sibbal: 'Looks may open a door, but talent keeps you in the room.' Priyanka Bajaj: 'Your uniqueness is your signature. Focus on craft, health, and joy — the camera loves authenticity.' In a business built on appearances, the idea of not conforming can feel radical. Yet, as these actors' stories show, it's possible to resist — and even thrive — without erasing the quirks that make you you. Maybe the next big revolution in Bollywood won't come from a blockbuster script or a viral song, but from the quiet courage of a face that refuses to be 'perfected.'
Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025: Shenaz Treasury says it feels like the Oscars for creators – 'I began this when I was at the lowest point in my life'
Actress and travel vlogger Shenaz Treasury won the Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025 under the category of Best Travel Creator of the Year for inspiring many people through her journeys and unique travel stories. Shenaz shared valuable insights into her journey as a content creator and expressed that the recognition felt as grand as winning the Oscars. Shenaz Treasury on winning the Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025 'Thank you, Times of India. This feels like the Oscars for creators, and I'm truly grateful and honoured to be here. I want to say this is my fourth career. I began this travel creation journey when I was at the lowest point in my life and everything was falling apart. So I picked up a camera, decided to travel the world, and built myself—along with my Instagram and YouTube channel—piece by piece. And today, I'm here,' she stated. Power Creator Awards shines the spotlight on India's digital trailblazers Shenaz's about her journey as a content creator Shenaz dedicated her award to those struggling in life. 'This award is actually for all the people who feel they are down, broken, or too old to start something new. I just want to say: you can begin anew at any age, at any stage of your life—whether in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, or 70s. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar There are even some brilliant granny influencers, and I hope they're here tonight. So thank you so much. This is not just a travel award—it's an award to remind everyone that you can reinvent yourself at any stage and any age,' she concluded. Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025 The Air India Presents Power Creator Awards 2025 also recognised various social media influencers including Uorfi Javed, Anshula Kapoor, Sufi Motiwala, Jain Arora, Tejas Patil, Shalini Passi, and many more for their contributions to the digital space across trends such as fashion, travel, food, and technology. Powered by The Times of India, and supported by Air India, Nothing, and Hilton, the event honours influencers across categories including food, fashion, comedy, podcasts, travel, and more. 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 .
NDTV
19-05-2025
- NDTV
Vlogger Shares Bali Villa Tour, Calls It Cheaper Than 1 BHK In Mumbai
Travel vlogger and actress Shenaz Treasury has shared a video tour of a beautiful villa in Bali and compared it to her tiny apartment in Mumbai. She said the monthly rent of this spacious villa, with private pool and a garden, was less than what she pays for her small 1 BHK apartment in Mumbai. Ms Treasury visited her friend in Bali and compared the cost of living between the two cities. While giving a short tour of her friend's villa, she said in the video, "I pay more rent for my 1 BHK apartment in Mumbai than my friend pays for her villa in Bali." Taking her viewers through spacious rooms, lush green forests, beautiful lawn, private pool, she added, "Imagine living here is much cheaper than living in Mumbai in a 1-bedroom matchbox apartment 10 minutes away from a beach like mine with the traffic and the pollution and the dug-up roads." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Travel, Romance, Smiles (@shenaztreasury) Her post, though, didn't go down well with some social media users who lashed out at her and said she should shift to Bali. A person commented, "Go to Bali. Mumbai and India would be happy without you. It's now and then you keep bashing India." Another commented, "With influx of people, Bali will also become expensive due to demand and supply when demand will become high. It's just a matter of time. Till then go and enjoy till it lasts." "Then go to Bali, who's stopping you," commented another. Ms Treasury mentioned the reasons why most Indians were moving to Bali. One of the most important reasons for shifting to Bali was the cost of living. Although transportation, meals, and massages were reasonably priced, the standard of living was also high, she said. Besides this, she said, Bali is Indonesia's wellness capital since it offers yoga courses, healing retreats, nutritious cafes, and so much more, making it the ideal destination for anyone exhausted by city life. Shenaz Treasury described the popular honeymoon destination as a remote work haven and a global hub for entrepreneurs and digital creators. She said Bali's Hindu roots bring a rich cultural presence with temples, rituals, and daily offerings.
