Bollywood actress Mallika Sherawat recently sparked widespread conversation with her latest Instagram post, a candid no-makeup, no-filter selfie video captioned, “Yep, this is all me, 100% real, no filters, no fuss & NO Botox.” Netizens are going all crazy over her radiant natural look but critics are not taking it well, like what happened the last time.
Mallika’s Previous ‘No Filter’ Post
Earlier, on June 28, 2025, Mallika Sherawat, 48, posted a raw selfie video on Instagram, greeting fans with, “Good morning, you all. I just woke up… no filter, no makeup, I haven’t even brushed my hair yet.” In order to promote natural beauty, she stressed avoiding Botox and fillers and promoting healthy eating, drinking plenty of water, exercising, and getting enough sleep early.
The caption reads, “Saying NO to Botox & Fillers. Instead of chasing youth with these artificial procedures, I’m nurturing it from within.” The post came two days after the death of Shefali Jariwala, reportedly linked to anti-aging treatments, fueling speculation about Mallika’s intentions.
But there was criticism for the timing. “Mallika Sherawat, tum behte ganga mei haath mat dho,” Rakhi Sawant said, criticizing Mallika for being insensitive and implying that the post alluded to Jariwala’s passing. On sites like Reddit, internet users referred to the timing as “shitty,” and some charged Mallika with hypocrisy by claiming that she had previously undergone cosmetic surgery
Netizen’s Reaction On Mallika’s Instagram Post
The latest post has showered Mallika with praise for her timeless beauty and choice to reject artificiality. Users have appreciated her with comments like, “Your strength, beauty, and determination make you an incredible role model for women everywhere!”. Another user commented, “Your discipline, wisdom and beauty are all competing with each other.. you gorgeous woman!”
But the post has garnered mixed responses. Fans criticized Mallika with comments like, ”The light is way too blown up and it hides all the real skin. Sorry, but I don’t know what the purpose of posting this is.” and “So u have to take pics to prove ? Why?? Nobody is asking if u have done anything artificial!”
Mallika’s advocacy is consistent with her reputation as a fitness enthusiast who values yoga and leading a healthy lifestyle. Critics counter that her message oversimplifies difficult personal decisions, particularly in a field where appearance is crucial. The controversy highlights the conflict between social pressures and natural beauty, which is made worse by Jariwala’s untimely death.
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