Pakistani actress Komal Meer has opened up about the emotional toll of body shaming and the false rumours surrounding her appearance.
In a recent interview with Something Haute, Komal addressed the constant scrutiny she’s faced over the years—from being mocked for being too skinny to now facing accusations of undergoing plastic surgery.
The actress revealed that just a few years ago, when she was underweight, people would taunt her using terms like “patli” and “lakri” (stick-thin). But after gaining weight and embracing a healthier look, she was suddenly accused of going under the knife. Komal was quick to shut down plastic surgery rumours, stating firmly that she hasn’t had any cosmetic procedures done.
“I didn’t get any makeup procedure or surgery,” Komal clarified. “I simply improved my diet and gained weight, and that naturally changed the way my face and body looked.”
She went on to share that she had been struggling with an eating disorder even before entering the showbiz world. “I was underweight and had unhealthy eating habits. I didn’t even like eating roti—I survived on rice,” she admitted.
Komal explained how people from within the entertainment industry, including co-stars and crew members on set, would make hurtful comments about her slim figure. Although she often laughed it off, she confessed it left her feeling deeply hurt.
As her career progressed, she was offered a role in a film—but with one condition: she needed to put on some weight. Taking it as a challenge, Komal worked on her diet and health, and within months, she saw a positive change not just in her appearance but in her self-esteem as well.
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“I felt better and healthier, and even my skin started to glow. I finally began to like how I looked,” she said. But her joy was short-lived, as plastic surgery rumours began circulating online once her updated look appeared in photos and videos.
“It was heartbreaking,” Komal shared. “When I was skinny, I was body-shamed. Now that I look healthy, I’m accused of getting surgery. What do people really want?”
She emphasised that healthy weight gain transformation is real and can dramatically affect one's appearance—no surgeries needed. Komal also encouraged others, especially women, to focus on their well-being rather than give in to public pressure or cruel comments.
