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Saba Azad: Patriarchy Hurts Men Too
25 May
Summary
- Women still face unequal domestic duties despite careers.
- Patriarchal systems negatively impact men's emotional expression.
- Actresses struggle for 8-hour days post-childbirth.
Saba Azad has articulated the pervasive challenges women continue to encounter in society and the entertainment sector. She observed that societal expectations persist, burdening women with domestic responsibilities even when they work professionally. Azad emphasized that patriarchal systems impose unnecessary pressures on men, hindering their ability to express emotions.
Speaking about the entertainment industry, Azad acknowledged advancements for actresses, noting increased opportunities and better roles for married or older women, partly due to OTT platforms. However, she highlighted persistent issues like the lack of pay parity and the ongoing struggle to accommodate actresses seeking shorter work hours, such as 8-hour days, after childbirth.
