Meet Jr NTR heroine, who got this advice to get lead role in films, ‘Surgery se uska size badha lo…’, name is…
In the early 2000s, there was a young actress who seemed to have everything beauty, confidence and screen presence. But even with all that, the film industry wasn’t as kind as it should have been. Like many newcomers, she too faced uncomfortable suggestions about how to “fit in” better with the image of a leading lady. It wasn’t about her talent or expressions, it was about her body. She was told, quite directly, that if she wanted to play the lead in big films, she should consider changing her appearance, specifically, increasing the size of her body parts. Yet she chose to go with option of body positivity, which is now inspiring countless lives.
Who is this actress?
The actress we are talking about is Sameera Reddy, who once openly spoke about the pressure she faced in film industry regarding her appearance and got a weird advice for getting lead roles. In a throwback interview with Hindustan Times, Sameera shared she shared how she was advised to get a “boob job” to succeed as a heroine. “Sab kar rahe hain, tum bhi surgery karwa ke inka size badhwa lo” they said.”
Why Sameera Reddy left Telugu industry
Sameera also shared about her decision to leave the film industry. In interviews, she revealed that the intense scrutiny of her personal life, particularly rumors linking her to co-star Jr. NTR, contributed to her decision. She stated, “The truth was that it was blown out of proportion because he is a really wonderful co-star to work with. It became such a big deal that there was too much being spoken and my family got upset.” For the unversed, Sameera’s collaboration with Jr. NTR in the Telugu films Narasimhudu and Ashok was well-received, showcasing their on-screen chemistry.
How was Sameera Reddy’s journey in Bollywood?
Sameera transitioned into Bollywood, where she worked in a variety of films with top stars. She acted alongside Sohail Khan in Maine Dil Tujhko Diya, with Suniel Shetty in De Dana Dan, and shared the screen with Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt in the bold thriller Musafir.
Where is Sameera Reddy now?
Despite her successful career, she chose to step away from the spotlight. The constant pressure to look a certain way, act a certain way, and meet unrealistic expectations took a toll on her mental health. She decided to take a break from films and focus on her personal life. She got married to entrepreneur Akshai Varde and is now a proud mother. Today, Sameera is known not just as a former actress but as a social media voice who promotes body positivity, natural beauty, and mental health.
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