Saiyami Kher on unrealistic beauty standards in Bollywood: 'I was asked to get a nose and lip job done'

Saiyami Kher will soon be seen with Abhishek Bachchan in sports drama Ghoomer. Recently, during an interaction with Hindustan Times, the actress opened up about the unrealistic beauty standards in the film industry. She said, “When I was starting out, there were a lot of people who said I should get a lip job and even a nose job done, which I think is a very wrong advice to give to 18-year-old. It’s like the society you’re living in is cooperating and accepting the way you are, but you don’t fit the norms set by the industry. These norms really didn’t bother me, but I hope they completely disappear from our industry. we need to accept diversity in showbiz.” However, Saiyami also added, “Things are getting better. There is more awareness and we are celebrating these days with regards to everything, which is very necessary in films, as it’s a large medium where people get easily influenced.'' Earlier, during another interview with DNA, talking about her film Ghoomer, Saiyami had said, ''Ghoomer has been the most physically and mentally challenging role that I have ever done so far. It’s difficult not only because it’s a cricketer’s role, she’s a handicapped cricketer.'' Helmed by R Balki, Ghoomer is about a paraplegic sportsperson, who excels as a cricketer under the guidance of her coach. The film also stars Angad Bedi and Shabana Azmi in pivotal roles and is all set to hit the screens on August 18. For more news and updates, stay tuned to ETimes.