Chanchalani points out that people only call a fat person “cute” when they are younger than 30 (Image: Instagram/ashishchanchlani)Ashish Chanchalani broke the internet in 2023 when he lost weight and posed his gym body look. The creator was chubby before, so his transformation shocked netizens. Chanchalani recently opened up on Raj Shamani’s podcast Figuring Out about how being overweight in your 30s feels different. “Tera jo, yeh motapa hai na. Tu tees are cute lagega. Tees cross hote hi teri yahi motapa tujhe uncle bana dega. “Tees don’t have the cuteness of a teddy, but they are still cute. (Your chubbiness might look cute right now, but it will only be until you reach 30. Once you reach 30, the same weight will make your look like an Uncle. You’ll go from a teddy to a pookie Uncle. His words revealed an old truth: what is considered “cute” when you are in your 20s is often “judged” by the time you reach your 30s. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.From ‘cute teddy bear’ to ‘uncle’: What really changesAshish Chanchalani over the years (Images: Facebook/officialashchanchlani)Chanchalani’s advice has a deep psychological reasoning. “As people enter their 30s, societal perceptions tend to change,” says Dr Abhinit Kumar, Senior Consultant – Psychiatry, ShardaCare-Healthcity, confirming the content creator’s analysis. He explains that these labels often reflect “societal expectations to appear more settled’, disciplined with age”.However this change in language has the potential to quietly reshape people’s self-esteem and perceptions. Story continues below this advertisement. Over time, repeated remarks, even playful ones, can trigger stress, anxiety and constant comparison. 5 things you must do for your brain in your 30sWhy weight loss is more difficult in 30sThere is also a biological side to the story. According to Dr Chirag Tandon, Director, Internal Medicine, ShardaCare-Healthcity, the 30s bring gradual but noticeable physical changes.”Metabolism decreases, which can lead to weight gain even with the same diet and activity level. He explains that muscle mass can decrease and recovery can take longer. Story continues below this advertisement. Weight gain in your 30s may not be due to a lack of discipline or “letting go”. It can be caused by a natural shift in the way your body functions. This decade is also a time when health issues begin to emerge. “This decade is often associated with conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes,” Dr Tandon says, adding that sedentary living and skipping check-ups may worsen the situation. Consult your doctor before beginning any new routine.
