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Javed Akhtar says women who willingly wear burqas are 'BRAINWASHED'

Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar ignited a debate by questioning why women are expected to cover their faces, attributing it to social conditioning rather than personal choice. He emphasized that modesty in dress applies to all genders, but argued that a woman's face itself shouldn't be considered inherently vulgar or undignified, prompting reflection on societal pressures.

18 Dec 2025 1:35 pm