Actor Kiara Advani has spoken candidly about how motherhood has profoundly transformed her relationship with her body, offering a deeply personal perspective that contrasts sharply with the public discourse surrounding her much-discussed bikini scene in War 2.

Released in August 2025, War 2 delivered high-octane action alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, but it was Kiara’s bold on-screen appearance that marked a defining moment in her cinematic evolution. The scene, shot before her pregnancy, reached audiences after she had already embraced motherhood—adding an unexpected layer of meaning to its reception.

In an interview with Vogue India, Kiara opened up about the rigorous discipline that went into preparing for the role and the emotional complexity of seeing her pre-pregnancy body on screen after giving birth to a baby girl in July 2025.

“After delivery, a part of me thought, ‘I’ve done this before, I’ll do it again,’” she shared, reflecting on her initial mindset. “Then I realised it’s not about having the best body.” Kiara acknowledged that witnessing the contrast between her pre- and post-pregnancy body was challenging at first, especially in an industry known for its intense focus on physical appearance.

Motherhood, however, brought about a decisive shift. The societal pressure to “bounce back” after childbirth, she said, no longer holds relevance. “When I look at my body, I think, ‘Wow, you created a human.’ Nothing compares. Now, whatever shape or size I am in, I will always respect my body,” she added, underscoring a newfound sense of gratitude and self-acceptance.

Kiara is married to actor Sidharth Malhotra. The couple tied the knot at the iconic Suryagarh Palace in February 2023. Earlier this year, they announced their pregnancy with a heartfelt social media post featuring baby socks and the caption, “The greatest gift of our lives. Coming soon.”

Today, Kiara Advani’s journey resonates beyond cinema. Her reflections offer a powerful counter-narrative to unrealistic beauty standards, reminding audiences that strength, self-respect, and appreciation for one’s body—especially after motherhood—matter far more than chasing perfection.