Romaisa Khan Opens Up About Facing Colorism and Body-Shaming in Drama Industry

Pakistani TikTok star and actress Romaisa Khan has recently shared her unsettling experiences with colorism and weight-shaming after stepping into the drama industry. In a candid interview on the YouTube show “Something Haute,” Romaisa revealed how she faced constant pressure and unsolicited comments about her appearance from industry insiders.

Romaisa explained that she received acting offers based on her TikTok content, but when she started shooting in 2020—during the COVID-19 pandemic—she was immediately told to lose weight. At first, she didn’t mind the suggestion, but it soon turned into daily reminders and jokes, making her feel humiliated. She recalled one incident where a director publicly told her, “If you want to work in the drama industry, you have to be fit. Being cute isn’t enough—and you’re not even that cute, so get fit.”

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The harsh comment brought her to tears. Although the director tried to apologize privately, Romaisa insisted on a public apology since the remark was made in front of everyone. This led to tension, and the director didn’t speak to her for four days.

While Romaisa acknowledges that the media industry has evolved over time, she emphasized that people are still often targeted—directly or indirectly—because of their skin color or weight. She also noted that now, being more established, she doesn’t face such comments, but believes no one should be body-shamed or discriminated against based on their appearance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What did Romaisa Khan experience in the drama industry?
She faced body-shaming and color-based discrimination, including public comments about her weight and skin tone.

2. Who made inappropriate remarks about her appearance?
A director told her she needed to lose weight and implied she wasn’t “cute enough” to succeed without changing her appearance.

3. Did the director apologize?
He tried to apologize privately, but Romaisa demanded a public apology since the remark was made publicly.

4. Has the situation improved in the industry?
Romaisa feels there has been some progress, but subtle discrimination based on weight and skin color still exists.

5. How did viewers react to her appearance?
According to Romaisa, no viewer ever body-shamed her—the criticism came from within the industry.