Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s bold message ‘My Body, My Worth’ sparks powerful conversation on eve-teasing

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan delivered a powerful address calling out the pervasive issue of street harassment, often referred to as eve-teasing, and passionately urged women to embrace self-respect and assert their boundaries, using the empowering statement "My body, my worth."

TellychakkarTeam on Fri, 11/28/2025 - 14:27

MUMBAI: In a rare and powerful public statement, prominent personality Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, a celebrated figure in Indian cinema, directly confronted the deeply entrenched issue of street harassment, which affects countless women across the nation.

Speaking at a recent event dedicated to gender sensitisation and empowerment, the actress gave a stirring call to action, emphasising the importance of self-respect and zero tolerance for unsolicited attention.

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Aishwarya shared her frustration regarding the normalisation of harassment in public spaces, stressing that no woman should ever feel threatened or objectified while going about her daily life.

She highlighted that verbal and non-verbal abuse on the street is not a trivial matter but a serious invasion of personal space and dignity.

Her message focused on giving women the tools and confidence to reclaim their space.

She encouraged young women and girls, in particular, to "stand tall" and vocalise their dissent rather than silently enduring the fear and discomfort that such harassment causes.

The core of her speech resonated around a clear, unequivocal message of autonomy. She stated with conviction, "My body, my worth. This is a fundamental truth every woman must own."

The actress further elaborated that this sense of self-worth is crucial, not just for protection, but for overall mental and emotional well-being.

She noted that women must recognise that their value is not determined by the gaze or opinion of others, but by their own inherent strength and merit.

She passionately appealed to the younger generation to shed any cultural pressure that might encourage silence or submission in the face of inappropriate behaviour.

She believes that public dialogue around this topic, spearheaded by prominent figures, is essential for changing societal norms and ensuring a safer environment for women in urban and rural settings.

This push for empowerment comes at a time when discussions about gender and safety in the public domain are highly sensitive and necessary.

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