Amidst a storm of criticism directed at Bharti Singh for allegedly body-shaming Ayesha Khan on the reality show Laughter Chefs Season 3, actress Eisha Singh has come forward to defend the comedian. The controversy erupted after Bharti Singh made a comment about Ayesha Khan's appearance during the show, which many viewers found to be insensitive and disrespectful.
The incident occurred when Ayesha Khan, along with Warina Hussain, Tridha Choudhury, and Parul Gulati, entered the stage dancing to promote their film Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon 2. Bharti Singh remarked, "Jab saari heroine aayi na, mujhe Ayesha ko dekh ke laga, Krushna phir se aa gaya, kyunki uski tarah lambi hai na (After seeing Ayesha, I thought Krushna returned because she is tall like Krushna)". The comment seemingly implied a comparison between Ayesha Khan and comedian Krushna Abhishek, known for his height, which led to accusations of body-shaming.
Ayesha Khan appeared visibly uncomfortable following the remark, moving towards Kapil Sharma and seemingly trying to cover her stomach. Kapil Sharma questioned Bharti's intention, asking, "Was this a compliment or what?" while Parul Gulati chimed in, saying, "You shouldn't have said this". Bharti Singh responded with, "Sorry, I am pregnant".
The clip quickly went viral, sparking widespread criticism on social media. Many users found Bharti's comment to be rude, unnecessary, and disrespectful. Some pointed out the irony of Bharti Singh, who has often been the target of body-shaming herself, making such a comment. Others criticized her for using her pregnancy as an excuse.
Eisha Singh's defense of Bharti Singh comes as a surprise to many. Details of Eisha Singh's statement are currently unavailable.
The incident has ignited a debate about the boundaries of comedy and the responsibility of comedians to be mindful of their words, especially on national television. It also raises questions about body image, respect, and the impact of such comments on individuals and society as a whole. This is not the first time Bharti Singh has been called out for making controversial statements, and this incident has further intensified the discussion around her comedic style and its potential impact.
