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Zeenat Aman Defines Beauty Standards: "Nothing Wrong" With Cosmetic Surgery

Bollywood veteran Zeenat Aman has openly defended actresses who choose to undergo cosmetic procedures, stating there is nothing wrong with wanting to look beautiful for the visual medium of film. She attributes the increased pressure to maintain a certain appearance to the digital age and constant scrutiny on social media, a phenomenon she notes was absent in her era. The actress, renowned for her glamour and progressive roles in the 1970s, redefined the image of the Hindi film heroine. Known as a fashion icon, her modern style and independent mindset broke barriers in a less feminist time.

Key Points: Zeenat Aman on Cosmetic Surgery & Beauty Pressure in Bollywood

  • Defends cosmetic surgery for actresses
  • Cites pressure from digital age & social media
  • Highlights audience demand for glamour
  • Reflects on changing industry standards
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Zeenat Aman says there's nothing wrong about heroines going under the knife to enhance beauty

Veteran actress Zeenat Aman says there's nothing wrong with actresses using cosmetic procedures, citing digital age pressures and audience expectations.

"If an actress... wants to look beautiful by using cosmetic procedures... what's wrong with that? I think it's fine. - Zeenat Aman"

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Bollywood veteran star Zeenat Aman has spoken her heart out on the growing debate around beauty standards and cosmetic procedures in the glamour industry.

The actress putting it across with her choicest of words, said that if an actress chooses to undergo plastic surgery or under the knife, to look beautiful, there is nothing wrong with it.

At an event, speaking about cosmetic enhancements used by actresses, she added, "Let me tell you one thing, film, which is in visual media, the public wants to see a beautiful face. They wish to see glamour and beauty in screen. So, in that case if an actress or someone wants to look beautiful by using cosmetic procedures or going under the knife, what's wrong with that? I think it's fine."

Further, when asked about the pressure on actresses these days to look beautiful, Zeenat said, "This is the pressure of the digital age, the pressure of social media, because there is so much discussion, opinions etc that these girls have to face on a daily basis, which was not the case in our days. So yes, I guess the digital pressure is definitely there."

Talking about Zeenat Aman, the actress who made her Hindi film debut with Hulchul in 1971, rose to fame with films such as Hare Rama Hare Krishna, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Don, and Satyam Shivam Sundaram amongst others.

The 74 year-old actress was regarded as one of the most glamorous and progressive stars of her times, in the 1970s era of Bollywood.

Zeenat Aman, with her strong and classy choice of roles, had gone on to redefine the image of the Hindi film heroine with her bold screen presence and modern style.

Known as a fashion icon of her era and even today, Zeenat Aman chose classy and sassy fashion wear that reflected her progressive modern and independent mindset back in the times, where feminism and opportunities for women was pretty much an alien concept.

- IANS

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Rohit P
She's speaking from experience. In the 70s, she was a trailblazer who faced criticism for her boldness. Today, the pressure is 10x because of Instagram and Twitter. If it boosts someone's confidence and is their choice, who are we to judge?
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Aman W
True that! It's a personal decision, yaar. Actors, especially heroines, are treated like products. If a little tweak helps them get more roles and stay relevant in this cut-throat industry, more power to them. 🤷‍♂️
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective. In the West, the conversation is also about autonomy. Zeenat Aman is right about the digital age pressure being unique. The constant scrutiny from fans and trolls alike must be exhausting.
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Kavya N
But the problem is, it's never *just* a personal choice, no? It creates a benchmark. When every leading lady starts looking similar with fillers and procedures, where is the diversity? We miss the unique beauty of actresses from Zeenat's own era.
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Vikram M
She's a legend and knows the industry inside out. If she says it's fine, we should listen. The real issue she points out is the "digital pressure." Social media has made everything 100 times worse for public figures.

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