Actor Tamannaah Bhatia has responded to questions about a remark made about her appearance by veteran actor Annu Kapoor last year, saying that she remains focused on her work. She addressed the issue during an interaction at NDTV Profit Ignite 2026, where the conversation turned to public commentary on her complexion and screen image.

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The remark, described as “Dudhiya Badan”, had drawn criticism for being sexist and misogynistic. Tamannaah was asked about the commentary and how she viewed such attention to her physical appearance at this stage of her career.

During the discussion, the actor was also asked whether she wanted audiences to see her beyond an image associated with her screen presence and sensuality. The question raised a broader issue faced by women in the entertainment industry: the tendency for public discussion of their work to become intertwined with comments about their looks and physical attributes.

Tamannaah’s response indicated that she preferred to concentrate on her professional work rather than allow such remarks to define her public identity. Her comments come amid ongoing conversations about how female performers are discussed in the media and whether their talent and career choices receive enough attention beyond their appearance.

For actors, public image can influence the roles they are offered and how audiences perceive them. However, a career can also evolve through varied performances and projects, allowing performers to challenge expectations attached to earlier roles or established screen personas.

The exchange at NDTV Profit Ignite 2026 brought renewed attention to Kapoor’s earlier remark and the criticism it generated. Tamannaah’s response kept the focus on her work, highlighting the importance of allowing an actor’s professional choices and performances to shape the conversation around their career.