Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is not only known for her beauty but also for her extraordinary communication skills, wit, and intelligent replies. During her heydays, when she was highly popular in the West, she was invited by some of the top reality shows in Hollywood, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and David Letterman's Show.
Over the years Aishwarya has earned a massive following for her great communication skills and eloquence. During one such public event, the beauty queen shared her views on colourism which is one of the most discussed topics when it comes to beauty talks. She said, “I don’t think you need to get into tones and colouration because this is not a beauty queen answer. No one can accuse me of that. This is a very... I will answer on a human level and I am sure every one of you out there will agree on it.”
“We do not choose the colour of the skin we are born with and shades and judgment on that like we see it is all a matter of perception, comparison. So this is really all too frivolous to be discussed. I find it ridiculous even to expend energy on it. But colours get defined and have adages defined to it as a person would choose I mean,” she added.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's black is mysterious to some
Continuing her opinion on colourism Aishwarya Rai Bachchan said that black is mysterious for some whereas white is fascinating for many that it is a question of choice and that humanity is lucky to have such a range to choose from.
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She emphasised the fact that India is epitomic of multiple choices when it comes to work and opportunities and that is the trademark of our country. Aishwarya added, “We have a variety and we enjoy and flourish with it. And I think that’s our stamp I am really proud to be an Indian.”