Actor Vidya Balan has surprised everyone with a bold and glamorous new look for the latest cover of The Peacock Magazine. Known for her strong roles and powerful presence on screen, Vidya is now grabbing headlines for her fashion transformation—and fans can’t stop talking about it.
Glamorous and Graceful on the Cover
For the July edition of The Peacock Magazine, Vidya Balan posed in a striking red gown with a deep neckline, simple jewellery, and beautifully styled brown hair. The cover was titled “A Force to Reckon With,” highlighting her journey as a strong woman in a male-dominated film industry.
The cover photo quickly went viral after being shared on Instagram by both the magazine and Vidya herself. Many fans were shocked at how youthful and elegant the 46-year-old actor looked.
Fans Shower Love and Compliments
The internet reacted with excitement and admiration. One user wrote, “Damn, she is looking gorgeous!” while another commented, “She should explore this styling more. It really suits her!”
Many people also praised the fact that her look celebrated natural beauty rather than promoting unrealistic body standards. One fan pointed out, “This is the kind of beauty standard that should be appreciated—not size zero and plastic surgery!”
Some even suggested that today’s young actors in Bollywood, especially those from famous families (often referred to as “nepo kids”), should learn from Vidya’s style. A user humorously said, “All the nepo kids who look the same need styling tips from her on how to stand out!”
Some Criticism Over Her Body Positivity Message
While most of the reactions were positive, a few people criticized her new look. They pointed out that Vidya has always spoken about body positivity and loving natural curves, but now appears to have lost weight. One Reddit user wrote, “Someone who used to speak about embracing curves is now doing this? Bit disappointing.”
Another said, “She once said losing curves makes women look like men—this seems like a total change in her message.”
Despite these comments, many still believe that Vidya has every right to change her appearance and explore different looks, just like any other artist.
Her Recent Work in Films
Vidya was last seen in the 2024 blockbuster Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, where she acted alongside Kartik Aaryan and Madhuri Dixit. The movie was a massive hit and marked Vidya’s return to the popular horror-comedy franchise. It earned over ₹400 crore at the box office.
Before that, she received praise for her performance in the romantic comedy Do Aur Do Pyaar, co-starring Pratik Gandhi, Ileana D’Cruz, and Sendhil Ramamurthy.
