Actress Tamannaah Bhatia has finally spoken out about the ongoing speculation surrounding her noticeable physical transformation. In recent months, the Lust Stories and Baahubali star has faced criticism and rumours suggesting that she resorted to weight-loss injections like Ozempic to achieve her current look. Now, in an exclusive interview with Harper’s Bazaar India, Tamannaah is setting the record straight, calling the chatter baseless and emphasizing that her body has simply evolved naturally over time.
The actress, who began her career as a teenager, explained that the public has witnessed her growth and transformation over nearly two decades in the film industry. “I have been in front of the camera since the age of 15, and people have seen me grow up in front of it, so there is nothing to hide,” she said. “Till my late 20s, I had a slender body type. That was always my body. This body that I am in right now is technically not new to me. I have grown up like this, and I have stayed like this.”
Tamannaah went on to highlight how a woman’s body naturally changes with age and life experiences. Rejecting the notion that physical transformation always results from artificial methods, she pointed out the importance of embracing one’s body at every stage. “A woman’s body is always changing, and every five years we see a different version of ourselves,” she said. Her comments struck a chord with fans, many of whom praised her for promoting body positivity and self-acceptance in an industry often obsessed with perfection.
While addressing the rumours with grace, Tamannaah also opened up about her personal challenges, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. The lockdown, she revealed, was a difficult period marked by both emotional and physical struggles, like it was for many people across the world. Though she did not go into details, the actress admitted that maintaining fitness and mental balance during that time required resilience and introspection.
Over the years, Tamannaah has established herself as one of Indian cinema’s most versatile performers, seamlessly transitioning between Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films. Known for her discipline and dedication, she continues to inspire millions with her balanced approach to fitness and self-care.
By addressing the speculation head-on, Tamannaah has once again shown her authenticity — reminding fans that change, growth, and evolution are all part of being human.