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Nushrratt Bharuccha Exposes Persistent Gender Bias in Bollywood

Promoting Chhorii 2, she recounts substandard vanity vans; inferior washrooms; economy-class travel; stalled post-hit offers—underscoring persistent career hurdles for female actors.

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Nushrratt Bharuccha on casual sexism in the industry.
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Overview

  • Nushrratt Bharuccha revealed that male actors receive larger vanity vans and superior washrooms on set while women are allocated smaller, substandard facilities.
  • She recounted being seated in economy class on a long international flight as male co-stars traveled business class despite sharing the same project billing.
  • Bharuccha highlighted that male stars secure multiple new project offers immediately after a box-office success whereas female actors face prolonged gaps before receiving roles.
  • After delivering what she called the biggest hit of her career, her management agency dropped her and she spent nearly two years without work or representation.
  • The actress said she strives to reach a point where production houses automatically provide equitable treatment without her having to request basic amenities.