# Madhuri Dixit's Bold Stand: From "Too Skinny" Criticism to Bollywood Icon with *Tezaab* Imagine being told to surgically alter your **nose** and mocked for being **too skinny**—yet rising to become one of Bollywood's timeless legends. That's the inspiring story Madhuri Dixit shared recently, reflecting on the harsh judgments she faced before her breakout in *Tezaab*.[1] In a candid revelation, Madhuri recalled the early days of her career when industry insiders criticized her slender frame and suggested she change her nose to fit conventional beauty standards. "People asked me to change my nose and criticised me for being skinny after *Tezaab*," she said, emphasizing how audiences ultimately embraced her authentic self.[1] This came at a pivotal moment: *Tezaab* (1988), the blockbuster that launched her into stardom alongside Anil Kapoor, wasn't even her first choice role. Producers initially eyed Meenakshi Seshadri, but scheduling conflicts opened the door for Madhuri—despite tensions with producer Pahlaj Nihalani over her "attitude."[1][4] What made *Tezaab* magical? Madhuri's electrifying performance in the iconic song **Ek Do Teen**, which became a cultural phenomenon. She even warned director N. Chandra about close-up challenges due to her features, yet delivered a cabaret number that shattered doubts—including Anil Kapoor's initial skepticism about her dancer look.[3][4] The film ran for 50 weeks, smashing box office records and proving her talent trumped critics' narrow views.[4] Madhuri's journey highlights Bollywood's evolution: from rigid beauty norms to celebrating individuality. Her story resonates today, reminding aspiring artists that persistence and self-acceptance pave the way to success.[2]
Citations
1.https://english.dainikjagranmpcg.com/bollywood/madhuri-dixit-wasn%E2%80%99t-first-choice-for-tezaab/article-4266
2.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X0F-dqW_oKA
3.https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/exclusive-madhuri-dixit-recalls-telling-tezaab-director-he-wont-be-able-to-take-her-close-ups-for-ek-do-teen-reason-will-surprise-you-1358534
4.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/madhuri-dixit-and-anil-kapoor-werent-the-first-choice-for-tezaab-deets-inside/articleshow/121133315.cms
5.https://epaper.hindustantimes.com/Home/ShareArticle?OrgId=291039c482de&imageview=0
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