Vidya Balan on Bois Locker Room controversy: Friends, family, educational system and media all are collectively responsible

Over the last few weeks, Bois Locker Room controversy is grabbing the headlines. The controversy highlighted how young boys have little to no respect for the opposite sex. It also showcased how body-shaming and using terms like rape means nothing to them. Actress Vidya Balan recently shared her views on the entire controversy. The actress said that we cannot do away with centuries of patriarchy overnight.

Balan also spoke about her short film ‘Natkhat’ which deals with gender equality and respect for women.

Commenting on the controversy and the society in general, Vidya told Mid-Day, “We cannot do away with centuries of patriarchy, overnight. It makes you realise how we are products of patriarchy. These are young, impressionable kids, and that’s where upbringing comes into play. Friends, family, the educational system and media are all collectively responsible in influencing young minds, thereby effecting change.” 

 

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Talking about the aim behind making the short film ‘Natkhat’, the ‘Kahaani’ actress shared, “Through ‘Natkhat’, we have tried to show that change has to begin at home. Preaching doesn’t yield anything.”

Signing off the actress added, “Conversations around the role of parenting, and what constitutes consent should be constantly evolving. We are both victims and perpetrators of patriarchy.”

Vidya has acted as well as co-produced the short film along with Ronnie Screwvala. ‘Natkhat’ might release on OTT platforms.

Also Read: Mira Rajput reacts to ‘Bois Locker Room’ chats; schools parents on how to raise boys

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