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Media & Pop Culture

Redefining Beauty: Embracing Diversity In Genital Appearance

The rigid image of how genitals should look has created a sense of shame around it that the individuals are subjected to. This hampers their self-esteem and acceptance around their genitals. The article delves into how genital shame manifests in our lives and how it can be dealt with. Because diversity should be accepted rather than praise of the ideal.

The Dallas Buyers Club: Masterclass On Breaking Boundaries

“Dallas Buyers Club,” a powerful cinematic journey, transcends its narrative to catalyze awareness in sexual and reproductive health. Matthew McConaughey’s portrayal of Ron Woodroof sparks dialogue on HIV, pushing boundaries and challenging stigmas. This blog explores the movie’s profound impact, dissecting its influence on public perception and healthcare advocacy.

From taboo to talk-of-the-town: How Agents of Ishq is revolutionising sex education in India

From using Bollywood to make sex education more engaging, to tackling sensitive issues in a conservative society, Debasmita, the Creative Associate at Agents of Ishq and her team are breaking down barriers and making progress towards a more open and inclusive society. Don’t miss this exclusive interview and learn how Agents of Ishq is revolutionising sex education in India.

Sex in the Media

A child’s perception of sex is tarnished by media exposure, which also fosters the notion that it is evil and filthy. Young adults base their concept of sex in a world that is far from reality because of the comfortable taboo that surrounds sex in our society. Many factors make the connection between sex and the media quite problematic. However, media has also been the only source of information for people whose households rule sex out as filthy and uncultured. Media, therefore, plays a very important role in influencing how sex is portrayed in society and in people’s eyes

Censoring Sex in Indian Media​

Censorship of Sex in Indian Media Censorship dates back to ancient times and has been used to suppress or restrict information and ideas that are considered objectionable, harmful or even sensitive throughout history. Censorship in television is a hotly debated topic, with some arguing that it is necessary to protect the public from offensive content, …

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Is Age Really Just a Number?

There has always existed a glaring disparity between how Bollywood treats its male and female actors. The dual role of ageism and sexism in the film industry is becoming increasingly apparent with the female leads having a much shorter, so-called “shelf life” as compared to their male counterparts. Since when did beauty become synonymous with youth? Let’s decode how the two intersect to create a casting bias and exclusionary mindset toward women in cinema. Click here to learn more.