Celina Jaitly opens up about her journey in the fashion industry, constant criticism; says, “Either I was too white or not tall enough” : Bollywood News

Celina Jaitly, who was the runner-up at the Miss Universe pageant in 2001, has opened up about her journey in the fashion industry. In a long post on Instagram, Jaitly recalled how she faced "constant criticism and rejection" and how she often went unpaid for her work.

Celina Jaitly opens up about her journey in the fashion industry, constant criticism; says, “Either I was too white or not tall enough”

Jaitly said that she entered the fashion industry at a very young age, and that the pressure of studies and competitive exams made her teenage years "a journey of hard work and toil." She also said that she suffered from severe acne and endometriosis, which led to her hospitalisation almost every month.

Despite the challenges, Jaitly said that she was determined to succeed. She said that she would often take on modelling jobs on weekends, even though she was often unpaid. She also said that she faced constant criticism for her appearance, but that she refused to let it get her down.

Jaitly's post has been met with widespread support from her fans. Many people have praised her for her courage and determination. Jaitly's story is a reminder that success doesn't come easy. It takes hard work, determination, and the ability to overcome challenges.

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In her post, Jaitly also said that she is grateful for the opportunity to represent her country on various platforms as an actor, brand ambassador, UN equality champion, and activist. She said that she believes that beauty is a "powerful tool of persuasion," and that she is committed to using her platform to promote equality and social justice.

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