Zeenat posted a scene from her 1980 blockbuster Dostana, co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, on Instagram, sparking discussions about women’s rights and evolving social attitudes.
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Zeenat Aman on 70s patriarchy & fashion: 'I've graduated to being a realist'

  • Zeenat Aman shared a clip from her 1980 film 'Dostana' to reflect on patriarchy and women's fashion in the 70s-80s.
  • The clip features her character, Sheetal, in a bikini, experiencing harassment and then taking the offender to the police.
  • Aman highlighted the condescending attitudes towards women who defied convention in that era.
  • She noted the progression in societal attitudes, with modern women reacting differently to the male character's patronizing tone.
  • Zeenat Aman stated she has become more of a "realist" regarding women's fashion choices and societal ideals.

Why It Matters: It reveals evolving societal views on women's rights and patriarchy from the 70s to today.

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