Why You Should Not Sponsor Your Son-In-Law And His Wedding
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Lipstick Under My Burkha – Just Let The Women Be!
I finally watched the “lady oriented” movie, ‘Lipstick under my Burkha’. For those of you who do not know, a copy of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) letter to the film’s producer Prakash Jha had stated as follows: “The story is lady oriented, their fantasy about life. There are continuous sexual scenes, abusive …
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The Correction
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Behind Every Superwoman Lies…An Inconsiderate And Selfish Man!
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Tradition or Dowry! Decide Before Marriage To Save Your Happiness
Diya’s wedding was two months away. The invitation-cards had been distributed. Her parents were more than happy to throw a lavish wedding. They were paying for all the functions, including the reception which should have been hosted from the groom’s side, and the stay of their side of guests. Read more
But What About Men? Not All Men!!
Every time I write an article, I receive some personal messages and comments from men: But what about the men? Your articles are biased…Not all men are like that. One guy I know even went to the extent of saying that he feels “discouraged” to be good to the women around him – dropping girls …
Husbands are a liability for working women
A married, working mother of two has asked me to write an article on how husbands have become more of a liability for working women. Based on her experience, and that of most married women she knows, she has sent me a list of ways in which her life and her husband’s life has changed …
I only feel resentment towards my in-laws and husband. There is no love left..
A distraught reader has shared her story. Although this article is inspired by her e-mail, I have written it in first person, and it includes my personal views. I had a love marriage. We both belonged to different castes. I really liked him. I thought since he likes me enough to convince his parents for …
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Badri Ki Dulhaniya – And Women Empowerment?
I watched “Badrinath ki Dulhaniya” after trying my best to avoid it. I am not a big fan of mindless entertainers, but the family wanted to watch it. The niece is a big fan of Alia Bhatt. Sister likes Varun Dhawan. Parents believe that life is stressful enough, why not go to the theatre to …
Dangal – Entertaining and Inspiring. But is it a feminist movie?
Is Dangal really a feminist movie? So the year 2016 is coming to an end. Pink, Kahaani 2 and Dangal. It seems feminism is paving its way into mainstream Bollywood. I have written on Pink and Kahaani 2 and both the movies are very close to my heart. Absolutely loved them. I did like Dangal …
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