Swara Bhasker, known for her outspokenness and willingness to confront issues head-on, has found herself entangled in a heated online altercation with food blogger Nalini. The conflict ignited when Nalini posted a ‘now and then’ picture of Swara on social media, captioning it with a snide comment, “What did she eat?” The remark was not well received by Swara or her fans, who viewed it as body-shaming, especially targeting Swara’s post-pregnancy weight gain.
Swara, never one to shy away from defending herself or others, promptly retorted with a sharp comeback. She replied to Nalini’s post, stating, “She had a baby. And do better, Nalini.” This response quickly garnered attention, not just from Swara’s followers but also from a wider audience, who rallied behind the actress and condemned Nalini’s insensitive comment. The incident has opened up a broader discussion on social media about body-shaming, especially towards new mothers, and the responsibilities of influencers.
One supporter took to the comments to express their disappointment with Nalini, writing, “Bodyshaming IS NOT COOL. Removing you from my followers list and blocking you.” The sentiments were echoed by many others. Another user sternly criticized her behavior, “Shame on you. Unfollowed you.” The general consensus among Swara’s followers was clear: Nalini’s comments were unacceptable, especially given the context of Swara being a new mother. “She’s a mother now, so yeah, she did put on some weight. Grow up @NalinisKitchen and stop body shaming!” another user exclaimed.
The clash did not dissipate quietly. Instead, Nalini chose to defend her stance and continued to respond to the uproar. In a follow-up tweet, Nalini attempted to justify her actions, accusing Swara of instigating the conflict. “I was doing well, but you got in my way by spreading hatred on my vegetarian post. I regularly promote vegetarianism, and that post was just part of it. Your response turned it into a communal issue, which is why I didn’t respond that day,” Nalini wrote, attempting to shift the narrative away from her body-shaming comment and onto a previous disagreement they had regarding vegetarianism.
Nalini further elaborated on her perspective, claiming that her intent was never to shame Swara but to promote her dietary choices.
. “Your food choices are your own, and I have no issue with that. However, I am free to express and promote vegetarianism. Yes, I am vegetarian and understand that dairy can be cruel in some way. I will be more proud when I become vegan.” She highlighted her personal commitment to vegetarianism and the challenges she faces in promoting these views.
Continuing her defense, Nalini asserted that Swara’s comments had broader implications. “You turned my post into a communal issue. You have a huge fan base, so please think twice before making such comments. Your words can impact society and cause significant trouble for people like me,” she added, stressing the influential power Swara holds and the potential repercussions her words could evoke.
As the controversy spiraled, Nalini offered a form of apology, acknowledging her mistake in making the initial post and promising to rectify it. “I accept my mistake by posting your photos and will delete them soon. DARO MAT accept your mistakes and delete hate against me. Have a beautiful morning. Enjoy your breakfast.” Despite this, the underlying tensions remained unresolved.
Swara, determined to address the core of the issue, made another pointed response. She highlighted the discrepancy in Nalini’s actions and her proclaimed values. “Let’s get into this! U got upset that I called out your veg-supremacy post- clearly intended to target Muslims on Bakr-Eid. Ok. But instead of engaging with me on vegetarianism you chose to shame a breast-feeding mother of an infant for putting on weight? You are a nutritionist?” Swara’s tweet emphasized her stance against both body-shaming and the underlying communal tensions she perceived in Nalini’s posts.
This feud between Swara Bhasker and Nalini has not only captivated their respective followers but has also sparked a wider debate about online behavior, responsibility, and the impact of words in the digital age. With both sides firmly standing their ground, the incident serves as a reminder of the power dynamics at play in social media interactions and the importance of mindful communication.
