Sonam Kapoor's most WTF quotes: From dissing Indian men to declaring herself an icon

Sonam Kapoor may be known for her designer wardrobe and red carpet slays, but dig a little into her interview history, and you’ll discover that her most viral moments haven’t always come from fashion but from her fascinatingly unfiltered mouth.

Long before social media influencers were saying “unpopular opinions,” Sonam had already made a career out of speaking her mind for better or worse. Let’s rewind to some of her most iconic-turned-ironic moments that still linger in pop culture memory.

“If you’re not good-looking, you’re screwed in the industry.”

At a time when the debate on talent vs looks was heating up, Sonam confidently declared that beauty was essential to make it in Bollywood. Coming from someone with a powerful film surname, the quote felt like a masterclass in tone-deaf privilege.

“I’m considered an icon in my twenties, when people like Rekha become icons in their forties.”

This was less confidence, more delusion. The internet didn’t take this well comparing her filmography to Rekha’s legendary career only added fuel to the fire. Was it gutsy or just misguided?

“Indian men are not good-looking.”

Yes, she really said this on Koffee with Karan, and yes, she really got dragged for it. The sweeping generalisation sparked huge backlash, from trolls to serious think pieces about internalised beauty standards.

“I don’t need to be a good actor if I’m hot.”

A quote that continues to haunt her, especially given her inconsistent acting resume. Whether it was meant as a sarcastic dig or an honest admission, it gave meme-makers plenty of material.

“I have an opinion and I don’t care if people think I’m stupid.”

If there was ever a quote to sum up Sonam’s brand of chaotic confidence, this was it. She leaned into the criticism but critics never let her forget it.

Even as she’s mellowed post-marriage and motherhood, Sonam’s quote legacy lives on, as cringe, comedy, and cult pop culture. Love her or roll your eyes, you can’t ignore her.

The actress is celebrating her 39th birthday today and apart from these lines, she has also made sure to break the internet with some iconic performances like that in Neerja and Ranjhana.