Gayatri Mishra
A Sociology graduate with an interest in art and music. An enthusiastic reader especially concerning gender dynamics in mythological stories. A cat mom and an occasional photographer often found cafe hopping in Delhi.
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The Family Man 2: The Villainous Portrayal & Reception Of Female Agency Continues
Among the problematic aspects of the The Family Man season 2, the portrayal of Suchi and Dhriti in the script echoes the problem with our patriarchal society and its deep-rooted misogyny.
The ‘Aunty’ Body And All That Follows
In the Indian imagination, an ‘Aunty’ is a middle-aged, usually fat woman who is married and has children. Young women, especially unmarried ones, either do not want to associate with the term or are expected to steer clear of it.
5 Ismat Chughtai Stories That Highlight Women’s Issues Pertinent Today
Stories by Ismat Chughtai continue to unsettle readers for portraying what is still considered to be tabooed and obscene to civil society.
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These Are The 15 Women Who Helped Draft The Indian Constitution
On this Republic Day, let us take a look at the fifteen powerful women who helped draft the Indian Constitution.
Gender Roles And Stereotyping In ‘To Kill A Mockingbird’
To Kill a Mockingbird covers several themes that are often uncomfortable to encounter and explore, such as racism and loss of innocence.
Anaahat (2003): Niyog Pratha & Women’s Sexual Freedom In Amol Palekar’s Film
Amol Palekar's movie Anaahat (2003), a Marathi film (Anaahat means Eternity), poses several questions about Niyog Pratha and emphasises on a woman's choice to explore her sexual freedom.