Zeenat Aman questions the lack of older women in the public eye; Kajol and Manisha Koirala respond
Veteran actress Zeenat Aman recently sparked a discussion about the visibility of older women in the public eye during a panel discussion. She questioned why there are so few older women seen in the public eye, compared to their male counterparts. Her remarks prompted actresses Kajol and Manisha Koirala to weigh in on the issue. Kajol pointed out that society tends to focus on youth, which can make it challenging for older women to stay relevant in the industry. She emphasized the importance of challenging this mentality and creating opportunities for women of all ages to be seen and heard. Manisha Koirala echoed Kajol’s sentiments and noted that women are often sidelined once they reach a certain age. She expressed her hope that society would recognize the value of women’s contributions, regardless of their age. The panel discussion highlighted the challenges that women face in the entertainment industry, particularly as they get older. Women are often subjected to ageism and face barriers to career advancement. However, the actresses emphasized that it is essential to keep pushing for change and to support one another. Zeenat Aman’s remarks and the subsequent discussion are part of a broader movement to create more visibility for older women in the entertainment industry. The hope is that by highlighting these issues and challenging ageist attitudes, women of all ages will have more opportunities to succeed and be seen in the public eye. She was last seen in Ashutosh Gowarikar’s film Panipat in 2019. The veteran actor has shot for the film Margaon: The Closed File and is also working on a web series titled Showstopper.
Staff Reporter
