Anushka Sharma faced unwarranted criticism following her appearance at Wimbledon with Virat Kohli, sparking a wave of support from fans who decried the ageist and unrealistic beauty standards imposed on women.
What should have been a pleasant evening for Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli at Wimbledon became a target for online trolls, highlighting the internet's often harsh treatment of women. Photos of the couple in the royal box went viral, but attention quickly turned to Anushka's appearance, triggering negative comments.
However, fans quickly rallied to her defense, challenging the ageist remarks and the unrealistic expectations placed on women's appearances.
After a Reddit thread and various comments criticizing Anushka's look gained traction, a counter-movement of internet users emerged to defend her. Many voiced their strong support for the actress, condemning the superficial criticism and praising her for embracing a natural appearance with confidence.
One user wrote, "No, the photographer didn't do her bad. You're being a B here. No wonder people are insecure," while another added, "Stop judging women for ageing like a human being." Another comment read, "Y'all have issues with filters, then you have issues with natural skin. Stop. She's only human."
A user highlighted the glaring double standard, noting that while Anushka Sharma was subjected to harsh comments, no one questioned Virat Kohli's appearance. The criticism, they argued, was unfairly directed solely at the actress, igniting a broader discussion about the scrutiny women in the public eye face.
"Even Virat doesn't look how he used to look in his 20s. Why is the spotlight only on Anushka? Oh wait, women aren't supposed to age & look their age. That's the answer," one remark stated.
Another Redditor emphasized, "Ageing is natural; being expressionless is natural; acne and face marks are natural. Stop being judgmental."
Rumors have circulated suggesting that the celebrity couple may have settled in London, fueled by numerous sightings and extended stays. Anushka and Virat are parents to two children, Vamika and Akaay. Regarding their careers, Virat Kohli continues to play ODIs, despite his recent retirement from Test cricket and stepping back from T20Is last year.
Anushka Sharma's last on-screen appearance was in the 2018 film Zero. She concluded filming for Chakda Xpress, a biopic about cricket icon Jhulan Goswami, in 2022. However, the film's release date remains unconfirmed.