Ira Khan, daughter of Bollywood actor Aamir Khan, has spoken openly about her long-running struggle with body image, admitting that the journey of addressing it publicly feels “a little scary.” In a recent Instagram post and video, Ira shared that she has been grappling with issues related to weight, food, and self-perception since 2020.
In her candid note, Ira wrote, “Yes, I’m fat,” explaining that over the past few years she has oscillated between feeling unfit, overweight, and obese. While acknowledging that she is still trying to understand her relationship with her body, she said she has noticed a small but positive shift that motivated her to start talking about it openly. Unlike her earlier discussions about depression, Ira admitted that speaking about body image feels far more intimidating.
Clarifying her position, Ira stated that she does not have a diagnosed eating disorder and is not an expert. She emphasised that she is simply sharing her lived experiences in the hope that these conversations become more normal. She also cautioned followers about online negativity, advising them to approach the comment section “at their own risk.”
In the accompanying video, Ira addressed the issue head-on, saying she is clinically obese for her age and height and has struggled with body image and food for several years. She revealed that these challenges have affected multiple aspects of her life, including her self-worth, work, friendships, and her relationship with her partner, Popoy. Ira compared the impact of these struggles to the intensity with which depression once interfered in her life.
Ira has previously spoken about her battle with depression and the guilt she felt despite coming from a privileged background. By sharing her ongoing journey with body image, she hopes to unpack her thoughts, fears, and struggles in a way that helps her heal. She added that if her openness helps even one other person feel less alone, that would be an added bonus.
The post has sparked conversations around body positivity, mental health, and the pressures of public scrutiny, highlighting the importance of honest dialogue around self-image and wellbeing.
