Anushka Sharma Faces Ageist Criticism After Wimbledon Appearance; Fans Jump to Her Defense

Fans Defend Anushka Sharma Against Ageist Criticism After Wimbledon Appearance

Anushka Sharma's recent appearance at Wimbledon alongside Virat Kohli sparked a wave of discussion online, highlighting the often harsh and unforgiving nature of internet commentary, particularly towards women. While the couple's photos from the event quickly went viral, attention soon turned to Anushka Sharma's appearance, triggering criticism that many fans have strongly condemned.

The backlash against the criticism was swift, with many users defending Sharma and calling out the ageist and unrealistic beauty standards that women in the public eye are constantly subjected to.

After a Reddit thread and numerous comments criticizing Anushka Sharma's appearance gained traction, a counter-movement emerged to defend the actress. Supporters lauded her for embracing a natural look and slammed the superficial critiques.

One user commented, "No, the photographer didn't do her bad. You're being a B here. No wonder people are insecure," while another added, "Stop judging women for ageing like a human being." Another user emphasized the unrealistic expectations, stating, "Y'all have issues with filters, then you have issues with natural skin. Stop. She's only human."

Critics also pointed out the double standard at play, noting that while Anushka Sharma faced a barrage of negative comments, Virat Kohli's appearance went largely unremarked.

The disparity in treatment sparked a broader conversation about the scrutiny faced by women in the public sphere. As one comment noted, "Even Virat doesn't look how he used to look in his 20s. Why is the spotlight only on Anushka? Oh wait, women aren't supposed to age & look their age. That's the answer."

Another Redditor succinctly stated, "Ageing is natural; being expressionless is natural; acne and face marks are natural. Stop being judgmental."

Beyond the immediate controversy, the couple's appearance at Wimbledon has fueled existing rumors that they may have settled in London, following numerous sightings and extended stays in the city. Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli are parents to two children, Vamika and Akaay.

On the professional front, Virat Kohli is continuing his career playing ODIs, despite retiring from Test cricket and stepping back from T20Is last year. Anushka Sharma's last on-screen appearance was in the 2018 film Zero. She has since completed filming for Chakda Xpress, a biopic about the life of cricket legend Jhulan Goswami, though the film's release date remains unconfirmed.