Mrunal Thakur Shares Body-Shaming Struggle, Thanks Akshay Kumar

By Aditya Nagar | February 24, 2026

Not just common people, the issue of body shaming has also targeted celebrities, who have also been victims of it. Some even came forward and talked about it.

The latest one to share her experience is none other than Do Deewane Sheher Mein actress Mrunal Thakur.

Sharing her experience, the actress said she faced body shaming for years and was trolled online for her weight.

She revealed in a new interview that actor Akshay Kumar motivated her to embrace her body and gain confidence with his smart advice.

Mrunal Thakur's Body Shaming

Mrunal Thakur is one of the talented actresses of Bollywood who has also shown her prowess in Telugu cinema.

Recently, the actress admitted to having been a victim of body shaming and how she struggled for years.

Recalling her past instances, she said that in those days, body shaming became so unbearable for her that it made her cry.

She would wake up with puffy eyes and look down upon herself.

Mrunal further explained that it takes courage to overcome such negative feelings, especially in an environment where support is not always possible.

Self-Acceptance as the Key To Confidence

The turning point in her life came when she realised that accepting herself was the key to building confidence.

During a chance encounter with a young fan who admired her body, she realised why she wished to have someone else's physique.

That was the moment when she realised the value of her self-being, rather than seeking approval from others.

When Akshay Kumar Came For Her Support

Akshay Kumar is one of the fittest actors in Bollywood. Actress Mrunal Thakur thanked him for showering his support in those moments.

Sharing her experience of her meeting with Akshay sir, she realised she was beautiful.

He said that it makes him happy the way she embraces the version of herself, and does not pay heed to others' opinions who find multiple ways to humiliate her.

The Bollywood action star praised her for following what she feels is better for herself.

However, he also added that, as per the script's demands, she must shed the extra kilos.

According to Mrunal, his words left a lasting impression on her and boosted her self-confidence, helping her cope with external pressures.

Over time, she embraced her natural curves and supported the idea of staying comfortable in one’s skin, or, in other words, self-acceptance.

Having a supportive friend circle with a positive outlook, Mrunal feels empowered to face public remarks without letting them dampen her self-esteem.

Watch this video of Mrunal Thakur being confident about her body on X

Review of Mrunal’s Latest Film ‘Do Deewane Sheher Mein’

Talking about Mrunal’s latest film Do Deewane Sheher Mein, starring Siddhant Chaturvedi, which released on February 20, 2026.

The movie is about self-discovery and love. It opened with Rs 4-5 crore in its weekend in India.

Directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s banner, along with Zee Studios.

The story plot of Do Deewane Sheher Mein revolves around two imperfect characters dealing with emotions and weaknesses.

This modern love story is different from a usual fairy-tale romance.

Best Films of Mrunal Thakur To Watch

If you find Mrunal Thakur a talented actress, below are the movies you should not miss.

Sita Ramam, 2022
Jersey, 2022
Super 30, 2019
Batla House, 2019
Hi Nanna, 2023
Gumraah, 2023
Love Sonia, 2018

Brief about Mrunal Thakur

Mrunal Thakur was born on August 1, 1992, and is one of the successful actresses who has shown her acting prowess in Hindi and Telugu cinema.

She rose to fame from television serials like Mujhse Kuchh Kehti...Yeh Khamoshiyaan and Kumkum Bhagya.

Her first film was Love Sonia, released in 2018.

After that, she established herself as an actress through films such as Super 30 and Jersey.

Mrunal is a recipient of several awards, including Filmfare Award South, SIIMA, and a Filmfare OTT Award.

Relationships

There has been news of her link-ups with several actors. It even came as news about her wedding to Dhanush, but all of these turned out to be fake.

According to Murali, she is in no hurry to get into a relationship and wants to focus entirely on her career.

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