Muhammad Amanullah
Date: September 22, 2026 The True Post (Web News) —Pakistani radio jockey and entertainment commentator Dr Ejaz Waris has apologised to Bollywood actress Katrina Kaif over remarks he made about her appearance and post-pregnancy weight gain.
Waris issued a public apology on social media after Salman Khan addressed online trolling and body-shaming during a recent episode of Bigg Boss 20. Waris said he had no intention of body-shaming Katrina but acknowledged that his words had hurt the actress and many of her fans. (NDTV)
How the Controversy Started
The controversy followed Katrina Kaif’s recent appearance at a public event, after photographs and videos of the actress circulated widely on social media.
Katrina and actor Vicky Kaushal welcomed their son, Vihaan Kaushal, in November 2025. Following her public appearance, some social media users commented on her appearance and changes in her weight after pregnancy.
Dr Ejaz Waris also discussed Katrina’s appearance in a social media video, making remarks about her weight. His comments subsequently attracted criticism from social media users. (IndulgExpress)
What Did Salman Khan Say?
The issue received renewed attention after Salman Khan discussed online trolling during the Bigg Boss 20 Weekend Ka Vaar episode.
While Salman did not directly name Katrina Kaif, he spoke about the criticism directed at women after pregnancy and questioned why people make comments about celebrities’ bodies, weight and appearance.
Salman said that gaining weight after pregnancy is normal and that when the actress returns to filming, she can gradually get back into shape. He also said she should be allowed to spend time with her family. Reports linked his remarks to the recent trolling of Katrina. (The Indian Express)
Salman also criticised the broader culture of online trolling, saying social media has become a source of income for many people, but some users make money through posts and interactions that target or demean others. (The Indian Express)
Ejaz Waris Issues an Apology
Following Salman Khan’s comments, Ejaz Waris posted a video on Instagram apologising to Katrina Kaif.
Waris said he watched a clip from Bigg Boss 20 in which Salman’s comments appeared to refer to his remarks about Katrina. After watching the clip, he said he reflected on what he had said and realised that he should not have made those comments. (The Indian Express)
He explained that he had made the remarks casually while trying to create an attention-grabbing opening, or “hook”, for his video.
According to Waris, body-shaming Katrina was never his intention. However, he acknowledged that the way he expressed himself had caused hurt to many people.
“I Just Joked a Bit for the Hook”
In his explanation, Waris said he had been trying to make the beginning of his video more interesting and had made the comment as a joke.
He said that sometimes words come out incorrectly while speaking and that people only realise later that their comments may have hurt someone.
Waris said he genuinely regretted his choice of words and accepted that the impact of his remarks was different from what he had intended. (The Indian Express)
Apology to Katrina, Salman and Fans
Waris directly addressed Katrina in his apology and said he was sorry if his remarks had hurt her.
He also apologised to Salman Khan and to everyone who felt offended or upset by his video.
Waris said he was a fan of both Salman and Katrina and did not know how he ended up making those remarks while recording the video. He reiterated that he had not intended to body-shame the actress. (The Indian Express)
Social Media Debate Over Body-Shaming
The incident has once again sparked discussion about the way celebrities, particularly women, are discussed on social media after pregnancy and other major changes in their appearance.
Katrina’s recent appearance generated widespread online commentary, while Salman’s remarks on Bigg Boss 20 brought renewed attention to the issue of body-shaming and trolling.
The controversy has also highlighted the wider debate over whether public figures’ physical appearance should become a subject of online entertainment and commentary.
Salman Khan’s Wider Criticism of Online Trolling
During the Bigg Boss 20 episode, Salman criticised people who comment on celebrities’ bodies, weight, looks, families and personal lives.
He also spoke about the anonymity of many social media accounts and questioned the practice of targeting people for online engagement and financial gain.
Salman additionally discussed the treatment of actresses by paparazzi and criticised the practice of photographing women from inappropriate angles and circulating such content online. (The Indian Express)
What Happened After the Apology?
Ejaz Waris’s apology has added a new development to the controversy surrounding comments about Katrina Kaif’s post-pregnancy appearance.
While Waris maintained that body-shaming was not his intention, he acknowledged that his words had caused offence and expressed regret.
The episode has brought together a wider discussion involving celebrity culture, social-media trolling, post-pregnancy body changes and the responsibilities of influencers and entertainment commentators when discussing public figures.
