Why Are Female Roles Limited – Dimple Hayathi

Actress Dimple Hayathi has expressed her views on the ongoing debate around the representation of women in mainstream cinema, following the controversy linked to the portrayal of Janhvi Kapoor’s role in “Peddi”. Without directly mentioning the film, she highlighted that actresses are often judged based on the characters they play, even when they have little control over how those roles are written.

She emphasized that the quality and depth of a character are primarily shaped by writing and direction. Dimple also noted that actresses often work within limited opportunities while trying to establish themselves in the industry. She stressed the need for a broader conversation on how female roles are written and portrayed in films.