Ayesha Takia, a well-known Bollywood actress, recently shared new photos on Instagram that have sparked significant attention, albeit for controversial reasons. The actress, who has been away from the limelight for some time, posted images of herself dressed in a stunning blue and golden saree, adorned with heavy jewelry. She complemented her traditional attire with bold makeup and loose, flowing hair, sharing a reel with the caption “Salam e Ishq” and adding heart emojis to her posts.
However, the response from her followers was mixed, with many expressing shock at her changed appearance. Several fans commented on the photos, stating that she looked “unrecognizable” and questioning her decision to alter her natural beauty. One fan remarked, “Why have you destroyed your face and natural beauty?” while another wrote, “Arre ye kya karke rakhe ho.. (What have you done to your face)?” Another disappointed follower commented, “Can’t find that cute girl anymore .. anyway.. God bless and keep smiling.” Despite the criticism, some fans did share positive remarks, with one commenting, “Looking nice but natural beauty always perfect.”
This incident is not the first time Ayesha Takia has been trolled for her looks on social media. Earlier this year, she was subjected to similar scrutiny after being spotted at the airport with her son. The pictures and videos from that day quickly went viral, leading to a wave of negative comments about her appearance. In response, Ayesha addressed the backlash with a heartfelt note on Instagram, explaining that she was dealing with a family medical emergency at the time. She expressed frustration at the focus on her looks, stating, “Turns out there are no other important issues in the country except dissecting my looks…Been bombarded by viral ridiculous opinions of how people think I should have looked and don’t.”
Despite the criticism, Ayesha Takia took the opportunity to thank her loyal fans for their continuous support. In her caption, she wrote, “But I would surely like to thank all my followers, fans, and well-wishers… you guys have been so awesome, loving, and amazing to me all the time… so thank you …sending you love.”
Ayesha Takia is best known for her roles in Bollywood films like Taarzan: The Wonder Car, Salaam-E-Ishq, and Wanted. Her last appearance in a Bollywood film was in 2011’s Mod, and she later hosted the singing reality show Sur Kshetra in 2012. Since then, she has largely remained out of the public eye, making only occasional appearances on social media.