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Ileana D`Cruz calls out trolls for body shaming Rihanna after childbirth

Ileana D`Cruz calls out trolls for body shaming Rihanna after childbirth

Bollywood actor Ileana D`Cruz has strongly criticised online trolls who targeted global pop star Rihanna over her appearance after the birth of her third child. The backlash began after recent photos of Rihanna stepping out with her son in Los Angeles surfaced online, with several social media users commenting on her post pregnancy body and questioning why she had not “bounced back.” Illeana D`Cruz slams trolls attacking Rihanna Reacting to the negativity, Ileana took to Instagram to express her anger and disappointment. “This makes me so mad,” she wrote, calling out the unrealistic and unfair expectations placed on women, especially new mothers. In a strongly worded note, she defended Rihanna and highlighted the physical and emotional journey of motherhood. “She’s a powerful woman! She made a whole baby and birthed that baby and is feeding and keeping that baby alive and healthy, yet the question is, ‘why hasn’t she bounced back yet?’ Bloody infuriating unrealistic expectations,” Ileana stated. Her message quickly resonated with many, who praised her for speaking up against body shaming. The criticism …

Ileana D’Cruz slams trolls for body-shaming Rihanna for not ‘bouncing back’ after childbirth: ‘Infuriating expectations’

Ileana D’Cruz slams trolls for body-shaming Rihanna for not ‘bouncing back’ after childbirth: ‘Infuriating expectations’

In the entertainment industry, female actors are often expected to “bounce back” almost instantly after pregnancy, with their bodies scrutinised more than their work. The pressure to look the same as before childbirth continues to spark debate, and the latest target of such unrealistic standards has been Rihanna. Ileana D’Cruz hits back at trolls for body-shaming Rihanna. Singer, actor and businesswoman Rihanna gave birth to her daughter Rocki in September 2025. She was recently spotted with her son Riot in Los Angeles, but users on X were not particularly kind. Several users body-shamed her and trolled her for “not bouncing back” after childbirth. Actor Ileana D’Cruz has now come out in support of the singer and slammed the trolls. Ileana D’Cruz backs Rihanna On Thursday, Ileana took to Instagram and shared a post from Evie Magazine that highlighted X users criticising Rihanna for embracing her post-pregnancy body. Reacting to the headline, “Rihanna refused to hide her post-pregnancy body, and it makes people furious”, Ileana wrote, “This makes me so mad.” She further criticised the trolls, …

Sidharth Malhotra says seeing Kiara Advani during pregnancy and childbirth was an ‘eye-opening experience’ for him

Sidharth Malhotra says seeing Kiara Advani during pregnancy and childbirth was an ‘eye-opening experience’ for him

Updated on: Nov 30, 2025 03:47 pm IST Sidharth Malhotra also said that he is quite a hands-on dad to Sarayaah. He and Kiara Advani became parents to the baby daughter in July this year. Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra welcomed a baby girl in July. The couple welcomed their daughter at the Reliance Hospital in Mumbai on July 15 and announced her arrival a day later through a heartfelt Instagram post. Last week, the couple revealed that they have named their four-month-old daughter Saraayah. Now, during an appearance at the We The Women Asia event in Mumbai, Sidharth talked about Sarayaah and seeing Kiara through the period of pregnancy and giving birth. Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani revealed the name of their daughter a few days ago. What Sidharth said about Kiara and Sarayaah Talking about Sarayaah, Sidharth shared, “I have never lost so many arguments to someone who can’t speak! Sarayaah means princess of God. It is an exotic name, which comes from Hebrew. We announced it with a pair of white socks …

Woman dies during childbirth at home in Kerala”s Malappuram: police arrest husband | Latest News India

Woman dies during childbirth at home in Kerala”s Malappuram: police arrest husband | Latest News India

Malappuram, The husband of a woman who died due to excessive bleeding during childbirth at their rented accommodation here has been arrested and booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder, police said on Tuesday. Woman dies during childbirth at home in Kerala”s Malappuram: police arrest husband The husband, Sirajudheen, has also been booked for attempting to destroy the evidence by taking his deceased wife’s body to his home in Perumbavoor in Ernakulam district, police said. The husband was arrested on Monday night, it said. Malappuram SP Vishwanadh R told reporters here that police were aware of who all were present, apart from the husband, during the childbirth and were investigating their roles in it. Besides that, police will also investigate whether the accused and other persons were propagating that child birth at home was safe. “Prima facie, it appears that the husband pushed for the childbirth at home,” the officer said. He further said that it was the fifth pregnancy of the victim with the first two childbirths taking place in hospitals and the …

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah star Disha Vakani aka Dayaben shares her childbirth experience; ‘Kisi ne bola chilana…’

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah star Disha Vakani aka Dayaben shares her childbirth experience; ‘Kisi ne bola chilana…’

Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah is incomplete without Dayaben. For years now, the fans are waiting for Dayaben to return. Disha Vakani played the iconic character in the comedy serial, however, post pregnancy, she chose to quit the show. Disha Vakani is focused on parenting and does not wish to return to acting. However, she is still among the most favourite celebrities. In a recent interview, Disha Vakani spoke about childbirth and more. Also Read – Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah: Disha Vakani aka Dayaben to return? Asit Kumarr Modi has THIS to say Disha Vakani recently showed up on a devotional channel and opened up about her childbirth experience. She shared that she was pretty scared the first time as people told her that childbirth is very painful. Someone even told her that she shouldn’t scream when in labour as the child may get frightened. “Pehli baar mata bani aur mai ne suna ki maa ban gaye hai par delivery ke waqt bahut dukh hota hai, bahut pain hota hai or mai bahut darr …

Woman dies after delivering child in taluk hospital in Karnataka

Woman dies after delivering child in taluk hospital in Karnataka

A representational photo of a hospital. The woman was due to deliver on January 31. But the doctors advanced it citing variation in her blood pressure. | Photo Credit: Photo for representation only A woman died after childbirth in Athani taluk hospital, in Karnataka, on January 23. Muthavva Santosh Golasangi (21) died of heavy bleeding after a caesarean operation. She was due to deliver on January 31. But the doctors advanced it citing variation in her blood pressure. Her family members have alleged that she died due to the negligence of doctors. She was suffering extreme discomfort due to severe bleeding during delivery and the doctors advised taking her to another hospital. But she died on the way. The family said they would file a police complaint. The body was handed over to the family, police said. Published – January 24, 2025 01:05 pm IST Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the …

UP: Mahakumbh Nagar hospital welcomes two newborns | Lucknow News

UP: Mahakumbh Nagar hospital welcomes two newborns | Lucknow News

Amid preparations for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which is scheduled to start in January, the Central Hospital established in Mahakumbhnagar, Prayagraj, facilitated the delivery of a baby girl on Monday, marking the second consecutive day of deliveries. A baby boy was born in the hospital on Sunday. With the consent of the families, the baby girl has been named ‘Ganga’ while the boy is named ‘Kumbh’. Deputy CM and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak, who extended congratulations to the two families, told The Indian Express that this hospital has been set up to serve the millions of people arriving for the Maha Kumbh. Pathak said the 100-bed Central Hospital established in the Parade area of Maha Kumbh Mela, is well-equipped with facilities including OPD, general ward, delivery centre, ICU and operation theatre. People have started getting treatment at this hospital. Separate wards have been set up for male, female and children. The hospital is also equipped with diagnostic centres such as X-Ray, biochemistry lab and ultrasound, he added. Shivkumari, a resident of Banda district and Sonam …

Army man’s wife dies in Meerut hospital lift minutes after childbirth: Report | Latest News India

Army man’s wife dies in Meerut hospital lift minutes after childbirth: Report | Latest News India

A 28-year-old woman lost her life after she was trapped in a malfunctioning hospital lift for nearly an hour, just minutes after giving birth in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut on Thursday. The lift’s belt reportedly broke during the incident. (Pic used for representation) The Times of India reported that the incident occurred at Capital Hospital, where the victim, Akanksha Mavi, had been admitted. She is survived by her husband, Ankush Mavi, their elder daughter and newborn daughter. Reports allege that hospital staff fled the scene during the incident. An FIR has been registered against the hospital owner, a doctor, and staff members regarding the tragedy. Here’s what happened According to SSP Meerut Vipin Tada quoted by The TOI, Akanksha’s family desperately pleaded for help, but hospital staff, including doctors, fled the scene. “She was being moved to a room from the operation theatre when the lift malfunctioned, causing her neck to get trapped in the gates, resulting in a severe fracture,” the SSP told The TOI. The lift’s belt reportedly broke during the incident. An FIR …

What is foetal monitoring?

What is foetal monitoring?

So, you’re about to have a baby. You’ve been to the birth classes – you learned how being upright and moving around can help you be as comfortable as possible. Perhaps you’ve even learned some acupressure or hypnotherapy to help with pain management. You’re feeling ready for birth – but then things start to get real. The hospital is discussing induction of labour, or maybe you went into spontaneous labour – but they tell you they need to monitor the baby. Health workers attach electrodes, straps and wires. “It’s for the wellbeing of the baby” they say – but nobody has talked about monitoring in any of the classes or visits.Does everybody have monitoring, you wonder? Are there different ways to check the baby’s heart rate? And do you have a choice? The answer is yes. Women do have choices about foetal monitoring during childbirth, but few realise it. What is foetal monitoring? Fetal monitoring is used during labour to listen to the baby’s heart sounds and measure the contractions of the uterus. Despite debates …

Meenakshi Seshadri on why male actors have a longer run in film industry: ‘They don’t have to worry about childbirth’ | Bollywood

Aug 09, 2024 02:02 PM IST Meenakshi Seshadri recently spoke about the longer careers of male actors in Bollywood. The actor was last seen in a cameo in Sunny Deol’s Ghayal Returns. Meenakshi Seshadri has acted alongside many Bollywood A-listers in her career. The actor recently shared her views on the reason behind female actors having a lesser career-span than their male counterparts. In an interview with Lehren Retro, Meenakshi said that actors like Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra did not have to worry about pregnancy or raising children. (Also read: Meenakshi Seshadri recalls shooting for Hero with high fever, how she fainted while filming in snow) Meenakshi Seshadri spoke on why male actors have longer career span in Bollywood. Meenakshi Seshadri on male actors longer careers The Ghayal actor, while speaking to the portal opined, “There are quite a few reasons why male actors have a longer run in the industry. Even with Dharmendra, Jeetendra, and Amitabh Bachchan’s generation, they are still at it. Another factor is that men are not really the ones who …