Mumbai, Aug 12 (IANS) Actress Alpana Buch, best known for her role in the popular television show ‘Anupamaa,’ has spoken about the double standards women continue to face in society.
In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, Alpana highlighted how women are often judged for their clothing, lifestyle choices and personal decisions, while stressing the need for a change in the way society views female independence. The ‘SarawatiChandra’ actress pointed out that a woman can be judged for wearing a short dress, staying out late, choosing not to marry at a certain age or simply expressing herself with confidence. According to her, these choices often become reasons for others to question a woman’s character and independence.
Alpana stated, “A woman is judged for wearing a short dress, staying out late, choosing not to marry at a certain age or simply speaking with confidence. Many times, the clothes are not really the issue. They become an excuse to question a woman’s independence. I think society changes when people stop participating in that judgement. Families, friends and colleagues have to understand that a woman’s choices belong to her.”
“Television can also play a role by showing independent women as normal rather than making them look rebellious just because they want to live life on their own terms.”
Alpana also expressed that with women from different generations being portrayed through characters like Anupama, Leela, Prerna, and the younger women, each generation has something to learn from the others.
“Every generation has its own understanding of independence. Older women have a strength that comes from experience and from knowing how to survive difficult situations. Younger women are more willing to question things and refuse to accept certain limitations. I don’t think one generation is right and the other is wrong. Strength can look different at different ages. If women listen to each other instead of comparing their choices, there is a lot they can learn from one another.”
Alpana Buch plays the role of Leela Baa in Deepa Shahi and Rajan Shahi’s ‘Anupama.’ The show also stars Rupali Ganguly and Adrija Roy, Shivam Khajuria.
–IANS
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