Richa Chadha has reacted to Salman Khan’s recent comments on online trolling and body-shaming during Bigg Boss 20. The actor praised Salman for addressing the issue and highlighted the way women, particularly mothers, are frequently subjected to comments about their appearance and bodies.
Salman raised the issue during the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode after discussions surrounding trolling of celebrities, including comments about Katrina Kaif’s appearance following motherhood. His remarks have since received reactions from several members of the film industry.
Richa Chadha is the latest actor to speak about Salman’s comments and the broader issue of body-shaming on social media.
What Richa Chadha Said About Salman Khan
Reacting to Salman Khan’s comments, Richa Chadha said she was happy that the actor had spoken about the issue. She also focused on the way men participate in trolling women and make comments about their bodies.
Richa argued that women should not be judged for physical changes associated with motherhood. She pointed out that every person is born from a mother and questioned the logic behind mocking women who have gone through pregnancy and childbirth.
She further said that people who make comments about other people's bodies may themselves be unhappy with their own appearance. Her remarks were made in response to the wider discussion around body-shaming and online trolling.
“Trolls Cannot Exist Without Us”
One of the statements from Richa that has received attention is her comment that “They cannot exist without us.”
She used the line while discussing the relationship between trolls and the celebrities or public figures they target. According to Richa, the attention generated by celebrities is ultimately what gives online trolls a platform and an audience.
Her comments also reflected her broader criticism of people who mock women's bodies. Rather than focusing only on celebrity trolling, Richa connected the issue to wider attitudes toward women's appearance and motherhood.
Salman Khan Calls Out Body-Shaming on Bigg Boss 20
Salman Khan addressed online trolling during the Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 20. He questioned why people target celebrities over their weight, looks, family, professional failures and other personal matters.
The actor also addressed the trolling he has personally faced over his age and appearance. During the episode, Salman removed his hat, jacket and T-shirt while challenging people who had been mocking his weight and looks to continue trolling him.
He also made a distinction between genuine comments about an actor's appearance and deliberately making fun of someone's body.
Katrina Kaif’s Post-Pregnancy Trolling
Salman’s comments came amid social-media criticism directed at Katrina Kaif following her appearance at the Ambani family's Ganpati celebrations with husband Vicky Kaushal.
Katrina, who recently became a mother, faced online comments about her post-pregnancy appearance and weight. Salman addressed the broader issue without naming her directly, questioning why people feel the need to comment negatively on someone's weight, looks or experience of becoming a mother.
The episode subsequently triggered wider discussion about the way celebrities, particularly women, are scrutinised after pregnancy.
Richa Chadha Has Spoken About Body Image Before
Richa Chadha’s comments also connect with her own previous discussions about body image and the pressures faced by women in the entertainment industry.
The actor has spoken publicly about dealing with body-shaming and pressure to conform to expectations around the appearance of a Bollywood actress. She has also discussed her experience with an eating disorder.
Because of this background, her reaction to Salman’s comments focuses particularly on the expectations placed on women's bodies and the criticism mothers can face after childbirth.
Why Celebrity Trolling Has Become a Bigger Debate
Social media has made it easier for audiences to comment directly on celebrities. While criticism of a film, performance or professional decision is part of public discussion, personal attacks and comments about someone's body can move beyond criticism.
Salman made a similar distinction during Bigg Boss 20. He said that viewers can say they did not like an actor's work or a film, but questioned the need to abuse or mock people personally.
Richa's comments add another perspective, particularly concerning women and mothers. Her focus was on the cultural expectations surrounding women's bodies and the way those expectations are amplified online.
Other Celebrities Support Salman Khan
Richa Chadha is not the only celebrity to react to Salman Khan’s stand against trolling.
Filmmaker Rohit Shetty shared a video of Salman responding to trolls and wrote a message expressing his support. Kunal Kohli also praised Salman for addressing social-media behaviour, trolling and paparazzi culture.
Actress Soniya Bansal also publicly supported Salman’s comments and praised his decision to speak against body-shaming.
The reactions show that Salman’s Bigg Boss 20 comments have sparked a wider conversation within the entertainment industry about how celebrities are discussed online.
Richa Chadha Highlights the Pressure on New Mothers
The discussion around Katrina Kaif has also brought attention to the expectations placed on women after childbirth. Physical changes during and after pregnancy are normal, but celebrities can face intense public scrutiny because their appearances are constantly photographed and discussed.
Richa Chadha's response specifically focused on this aspect. She questioned the practice of mocking women over changes in their bodies and emphasised the importance of recognising motherhood rather than turning it into another reason for online criticism.
Her comments have added another voice to the ongoing debate over celebrity trolling, body image and social-media behaviour.
A Wider Conversation About Online Behaviour
Salman Khan’s comments on Bigg Boss 20 and Richa Chadha’s response have together brought renewed attention to online trolling.
For celebrities, social media can provide direct access to fans, but it can also expose them to constant commentary about their appearance and personal lives. The discussion becomes particularly sensitive when comments target new mothers or focus on physical changes that are part of major life events.
Richa’s statement that trolls cannot exist without the people they target reflects her view that online attention is an important part of the trolling ecosystem. Salman, meanwhile, used his Bigg Boss platform to question the need for personal attacks and body-shaming.
The conversation continues to highlight the difference between discussing someone's professional work and making personal comments about their body, appearance or family life.
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