Trigger warning: This article mentions dowry deathsreader discretion is advised.Kangana Ranaut She has broken her silence on the recent dowry-related deaths of Twisha Sharma and Deepika Nagar, calling out Indian society for failing its daughters and urging young women to prioritize financial independence before marriage. Her strongly worded Instagram post comes amid nationwide outrage over the spate of dowry harassment-related deaths.
Kangana Ranaut has reacted to Twisha Sharma’s death case
Taking to her Instagram story on Tuesday, Kangana Ranaut shared a lengthy post in which she condemned the social attitudes that allow such tragedies and the lack of support systems for women in abusive marriages. She wrote, “Every day there are so many tragic news stories about young married women, many of these educated young ladies even ask their parents to help them out of their suffocating situations before tragedy strikes, but Indian society is notorious for abandoning daughters after marriage.“Apart from calling it a failure of society, Kangana Ranaut addressed a stark message to young women, urging them to build their careers and sense of self before considering marriage.She added: “My advice to young women out there, don’t be told by social media or the fashion/dating/marriage/makeup industry. Your career is more important than anyone else in your life. Only think about marriage when you are independent, please be your own hero, no one is going to save you. What you do and who you are is more important than the life you want to marry.“
More about the cases that sparked the call
The death of two young women has shaken the country in recent days. According to PTI, actress Twisha Sharma was reportedly found dead in her matrimonial home in Bhopal, while Deepika died after falling from the balcony of her Nagar residence in Noida. In both cases, the women’s families have accused their in-laws of dowry harassment. Authorities are currently investigating both incidents, despite growing public demand for tougher measures against dowry-related crimes on social media.
More about Kangana Ranaut
On the professional front, Kangana Ranaut will be seen in ‘Bharat Bhagya Vidhata’, a film based on the true events of the hospital staff who saved 400 lives in the 2008 Mumbai attacks. The film will be released in theaters on June 12.DISCLAIMER: If you or someone you know is experiencing threats, domestic violence, assault or abuse, seek immediate help. Contact the authorities, a mental health specialist, NGO or someone you trust. Several helplines are available to provide assistance.
