Overview

• Zareen Khan posted an Instagram video on July 26 responding to a troll who commented “Shaadi kar lo, buddhi ho rahi ho,” mocking the suggestion that marriage could make her younger.
• She questioned why society treats marriage as the universal fix for life’s problems and noted that many unions today collapse within two to three months.
• The actress highlighted how families often pressure women into marriage when they’re seen as unproductive or too independent, arguing it fails to address deeper issues.
• Her response quickly went viral and drew coverage from major outlets including News18, India Today and Hindustan Times.
• The debate has reignited public discussions on ageism and cultural pressures on women, underscoring calls for greater respect for female independence.