India, July 9 -- Vidya Balan is celebrated not only for redefining female-led storytelling in Hindi cinema but also for challenging unrealistic beauty standards. Over the years, she has spoken candidly about the pressures women face to look a certain way and the importance of accepting oneself.

In a 2020 interview with Vogue India, Vidya reflected on her relationship with her body and said, "There was a time when I hated my body and wanted to change it because I thought only then would I be worthy of love and acceptance. It took me years to realise that my body is not my enemy. Today, I choose to celebrate it instead of constantly trying to change it." (Also read: Quote of the day by Anil Kapoor: 'There are hurdles, there are handicaps, ...