The purpose of this review article is to provide a thorough assessment of the current research on perceptions of body image among undergraduates and to identify the elements that influence it. The methodology involved gathering peer-reviewed and pre-printed research in English language ranging from 1985 to 2022 from various resources. According to the reviewed research, undergraduate students are dissatisfied with their bodies and have poor evaluations of their physical characteristics. Factors such as media, peers, cultural background, and family relationships play a significant role in shaping their body image perception. The study emphasises the need for additional research in this field while offering insights into prospective future research areas.