gender stereotypes

BBC panel focuses on what it means to be a woman in Pakistan

Mahira Khan, Nighat Dad, Hajra Khan, Faiza Saleem tackle questions on defying social norms, overcoming opposition

5 years ago

Ishqiya breaks stereotypes with the strength of Rumi’s character

The drama aired its last episode yesterday, and surprised many with its bittersweet ending

4 years ago

Dolly Kitty Aur Woh Chamakte Sitare challenges patriarchy in its own unique way

The Netflix original bursts the bubble on gender stereotypes, identity and female sexual health

4 years ago

Comment: Who do we blame for what’s happening in Mohabbat Tujhe Alvida?

As the drama serial progresses, it only raises more and more questions about its characters and their choices

4 years ago

What is feminism? A dummy’s guide to one of the most misunderstood words in Pakistan

Let's stop asking celebrities what feminism is because they clearly don't know

4 years ago

Sex vs. Gender: Mooroo creates a guide to understanding the difference

In a recent episode of Mooroo ke Khyalaat, Taimoor Salahuddin explains the difference between sex and gender, and the role…

3 years ago

Harry Styles’ Vogue photoshoot sparks debate about masculinity

KARACHI: Being on the cover of a Vogue issue is always a big deal. In addition to being the face of…

3 years ago

Masculinity in media: How do we define masculinity in Pakistan?

Pakistani digital and electronic media, through its fashion shoots and dramas, constantly looks at masculinity through a regressive lens. Here's…

3 years ago

Mismatched on Netflix portrays women in powerful roles

KARACHI: Unless you are living under a rock, you must have heard about the new Netflix series, Mismatched. Currently trending on…

3 years ago

Make up has nothing to do with gender: Hania Aamir

Sharing comedian Ankush Bahugana's video, Hania Aamir endorsed make up as a form of art which has nothing to do…

3 years ago