Amidst rumors of plastic surgery, actor Rajkummar Rao has voiced his opinion on the pressure faced by male actors to maintain a specific appearance. In an interview with Film Companion, Rao asserted that the scrutiny faced by male actors is comparable to that experienced by their female counterparts.
Rao emphasized the constant presence of paparazzi, which necessitates actors to be perpetually presentable. He acknowledged that a single unflattering photograph or angle can trigger unwarranted criticism. This pressure, he remarked, is a relatively new phenomenon in the industry.
Rao’s comments come in response to recent social media speculation about his altered appearance. However, the actor has denied undergoing any plastic surgery procedures, attributing the perceived changes to a touched-up photograph.
Rao shared that he has faced criticism about his appearance since the beginning of his career. However, he maintains that he remains the same person, despite undergoing a minor touch-up procedure on his chin several years ago. He believes that this procedure has enhanced his confidence, but it has not fundamentally altered his appearance or his identity as an artist.
Rao’s upcoming projects include ‘Srikanth’, ‘Mr. & Mrs. Mahi’, ‘Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video’, and ‘Stree 2’. His candid remarks on the pressure to conform to beauty standards have sparked conversations about the evolving expectations placed on actors in the public eye.
