Diving into discussions surrounding feminism, Richa Chadha, renowned for her portrayal in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Heeramandi: The Diamond Baazar,” recently shared her insights in an interview. When prompted about Nora Fatehi’s recent assertion advocating women as nurturers, Chadha expressed her nuanced stance, highlighting her disagreement with dictating gender roles. In the Netflix series, she adeptly portrayed Lajjo, a character grappling with desperation and alcoholism, yearning for acceptance and affection from Nawab.

“The intriguing aspect of feminism lies in its inclusivity of those benefiting from its principles while disavowing the label,” remarked Chadha during the interview. Crediting feminism for societal advancements allowing women careers and sartorial autonomy, she debunked misconceptions tied to antiquated notions of bra-burning protests. “It’s a misconception stemming from outdated stereotypes rather than genuine comprehension,” she emphasized.

Further delving into her perspective, Chadha underscored the need to draw inspiration from nature, citing the egalitarian approach observed in lion prides. Rejecting the notion of rigid gender roles, she remarked, “Roles should revolve around shared responsibilities rather than fixed gender norms. The notion of prescribing how women should behave is antiquated,” she remarked, expressing surprise at Fatehi’s commentary.

The discourse gained momentum following Nora Fatehi’s podcast critique of feminism, where she expressed skepticism towards its societal impact, advocating for traditional gender roles.