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Swara Bhasker slams postpartum body-shaming, says she refuses to 'bounce back'
Updated On: 02 May, 2026 05:49 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Swara Bhasker slammed trolls for body-shaming her postpartum weight, saying she chose not to “bounce back.” She highlighted the realities of motherhood, urged empathy, and stressed that women shouldn’t face pressure to meet unrealistic beauty standards after childbirth.

Swara Bhasker
Actor Swara Bhasker has strongly responded to trolls who criticised her for gaining weight after childbirth, calling out the unrealistic expectations placed on new mothers.
The actress, who welcomed her daughter in 2023, has been vocal about body positivity and the realities of postpartum life. Addressing the criticism, she made it clear that she has no intention of conforming to societal pressure to quickly “bounce back” after pregnancy. Instead, she emphasised that her priority has been her health, her baby, and adjusting to motherhood.
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