Priyanka Chopra Says She ‘Cried’ Because Isn’t ‘Sample-Sized’

Priyanka Chopra recalled being body-shamed.

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Chopra shared that a certain individual told her she was not “sample-sized.”

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She admitted that it hurt to have her appearance constantly criticized.

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The actress shared that an industry executive encouraged her to undergo cosmetic surgery to boost her career.

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She said she left the meeting with the industry bigwig feeling "stunned and small."

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Chopra struggled with her self-esteem after a failed nose surgery.

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She claimed in her memoir that she experienced bullying because of her skin tone.

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The "Baywatch" actress revealed that she regrets promoting skin-lightening brands in ads.

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Chopra apologized over her involvement with skin-lightening brands.

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