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Zeenat Aman proudly embraces the “aunty” tag in heartfelt Instagram post: “I’ll happily wear on my sleeve”

en Bollywood News Zeenat Aman proudly embraces the “aunty” tag in heartfelt Instagram post: “I’ll happily wear on my sleeve”

Veteran Bollywood actress Zeenat Aman continues to captivate audiences with her insightful and heartfelt posts on social media. Recently, Zeenat Aman took to Instagram to address the often-derogatory use of the word "aunty" and shared her thoughts on why she proudly embraces the term.

Zeenat Aman proudly embraces the "aunty" tag in heartfelt Instagram post: “I’ll happily wear on my sleeve”

Zeenat Aman proudly embraces the “aunty” tag in heartfelt Instagram post: “I’ll happily wear on my sleeve”

Zeenat Aman's Take on the "Aunty" Label

In her latest Instagram post, Zeenat Aman is seen wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the word "Aunty," a term that is commonly used in Indian society to refer to older women, sometimes with a negative connotation. However, Zeenat is determined to change that perspective. She began her post with a pointed question: "Which genius decided that 'aunty' is a derogatory term? It certainly wasn’t me."

In her extensive note, the actress explained why she feels the term should be celebrated rather than dismissed. "Where would we be without those ubiquitous older women who make our lives comfortable and warm and secure?" she wrote. Zeenat stated that the term "aunty" represents much more than just an age descriptor; it symbolizes care, wisdom, and support.

A Call to Celebrate Older Women

Zeenat Aman shared a personal anecdote about her stepmother, whom she fondly referred to as "Shamim aunty." She expressed her gratitude for her stepmother's unwavering support and care during her sons' childhood. Zeenat Aman encouraged her followers to recognize and appreciate the older women in their lives. She urged them to tag and celebrate these remarkable individuals, highlighting their positive impact.

 

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Zeenat's post encouraged her followers to rethink the way they view older women in their lives. She asked her fans to remember the "extraordinary aunty or aunties" who have impacted their journeys, offering a heartwarming way to acknowledge the everyday heroes in Indian society.

In terms of her career, Zeenat Aman is set to make her comeback in the upcoming film Bun Tikki, where she will share the screen with Shabana Azmi and Abhay Deol, marking another exciting chapter in her journey.

Also Read: Zeenat Aman pays tribute to late designer Bhanu Athaiya’s craftsmanship in Satyam Shivam Sundaram; calls it “Sensual and comfortable”


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