Anjali Anand Defends Doing Dhamaal 4 Despite 'Fat Shaming' Jokes: 'I Don't Have The Option To Choose'

Anjali Anand Defends Doing Dhamaal 4 Despite 'Fat Shaming' Jokes: 'I Don't Have The Option To Choose'

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Last Updated: July 15, 2026, 07:55 IST

Amid criticism over Dhamaal 4's fat-shaming jokes, Anjali Anand defended her decision to be part of the film, and said that she doesn’t have the privilege of turning down work.

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Anjali Anand Defends Doing Dhamaal 4 Despite 'Fat Shaming' Jokes

Anjali Anand, who was recently seen in Dhamaal 4, has reacted to a content creator criticising her for doing the film despite the repeated ‘fat shaming’ jokes in the film. The content creator, Soumya Dubey, shared a clip from one of the actress’ interviews in which she said that if someone called her ‘fat’, she would call them ‘ugly’ because their remarks reflected who they were. Reacting to this interview, the content creator argued that Anjali’s recent film Dhamaal 4 appeared to contradict that message. She said that the actor’s character in the film was repeatedly the subject of fat-shaming jokes, and questioned why Anjali would associate herself with such a project while also advocating body positivity. The actress addressed the criticism, and explained that she doesn’t have the privilege to turn down films offered to her.

Anjali Anand Reacts to Criticism Over Her Doing Dhamaal 4

Anjali Anand later responded in the comments with a detailed explanation of her circumstances. She said that she doesn’t have the privilege of rejecting projects, saying there aren’t filmmakers ‘lining up’ to offer her roles.

“Yes my love. Because the society still is ugly. Go see comments on my page and you’ll get it. Nobody is going to write me a part until I put myself out there and show what I can do with my talent so yes, I’m biting a bitter pill to run my house and put food on my table and taking up projects that I’m getting. I do not have an option to choose what I want to do and what not. There aren’t directors lining up for me to give me parts," she wrote.

Addressing the criticism directly, Anand also argued that portraying a character in a film does not necessarily mean endorsing the behaviour shown on screen. “My first project- UNTAG, Then Dhhai kilo prem then Rocky Rani and then this. If they want to cast a fat girl, honey I’ll be the best damn fat girl they’ve ever seen because I’m here for the long run. I have to wait it out until the whole climate changes. It’s a revolution and it will take time and I have the balls to wait it out until then. A serial killer playing a part in a film does not mean he supports killing people. Don’t ridicule me to my size. See what I can do with my talent and where I have reached with it. Abhi bahot kuch karna baaki hai. Jai Mata Di lets rock," she further added.

About Dhamaal 4

Dhamaal 4 brings back one of Bollywood’s most beloved comedy franchises following Total Dhamaal. Ajay Devgn returns as Guddu, while Riteish Deshmukh plays Lallan. Arshad Warsi and Jaaved Jaaferi reprise their fan-favourite roles as Adi and Manav. The ensemble cast also includes Ravi Kishan as Adhoora, Sanjay Mishra as Johnny, along with Anjali Anand, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Vijay Patkar and Upendra Limaye in pivotal roles.

Directed by Indra Kumar, it has been jointly produced by T-Series Films, Panorama Studios, Devgn Films, Maruti International and Anand Pandit Motion Pictures. The film released on July 10.

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Key Questions Answered Will Anjali Anand continue to address body shaming in films? Anjali Anand stated she doesn't have the option to choose roles and must accept projects like 'Dhamaal 4' due to financial necessity, despite its fat-shaming jokes. She hopes for roles not defined by her body and feels typecast, with her appearance often used for humor. How does Bollywood plan to tackle fat-shaming portrayals? Actress Anjali Anand defends her role in 'Dhamaal 4' amid criticism for fat-shaming jokes, stating she lacks the privilege to refuse work. She argues that portraying a character does not equate to endorsing their actions.

First Published: July 15, 2026, 07:55 IST

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