Says she doesn’t believe that good girls always make sacrifices instead of thinking of themselves
Kangana Ranaut
Her next project is biopic on Rani of Jhansi. Off screen, she has been actively talking about her struggle in the industry – professionally and personally. So bold and fearless is the actress that she openly tagged filmmaker Karan Johar as a “flagbearer of nepotism” during his own chat show, sparking a debate in the industry. a
It has been a challenge for her to face the bitter realities of society.“It was most definitely very challenging for me to come from a small town which anyway is not very tolerant to aspirational women, especially ambitious women.You are seen as a vamp if you are ambitious, if you want to make your own money or if you don’t want to be dependent.Women who make their choices and who fight for their rights will always be the ones who will be seen as rebels,” she said.
But she feels that “as long as you don’t think you are doing something wrong, it is absolutely fine”.“I never judge myself for my instincts and for my fighting spirit,” she said.
Nevertheless, she admits having a voice of their own for women is difficult even in the 21st century.“It is very difficult.These medieval social norms are very convenient for them (some people), so women and men are going to be hassled by these.”
Talking about breaking the long societal norm that “girls don’t fight”, Kangana said, “A modern woman is not going to keep her mouth shut if she is taken for a ride or sexually harassed or if she is not given her salary. She is not going to keep quiet and that’s why these conventional forces, these old-school minds, these patriarchal or chauvinist people, are going to be bothered and hassled.”
Kangana Ranaut has said she would love to write a book on her life and experiences.The actor launched noted author Shobha De’s book, Asked if she plans to write a book herself, Ranaut told reporters,“Yes, when I am ready to write, and Shobhaji is always there to guide me.The star said,“We can collaborate with Shobha Ma’am. That will be great. She understands the spirit and I would love to associate with her in future about my experiences and plans and life in general.” –Agencies