What Tabu Might Be Tired Of:
Stereotypical female roles: The nurturing mother, tragic widow, or one-dimensional love interest.
Ageist casting: Being sidelined or offered only “aunty” roles as she ages, despite her immense talent.
Lack of complexity: Roles that don’t allow emotional or narrative depth for women.
Why This Hits:
Tabu has long been known for breaking molds — from Maachis and Chandni Bar to Haider and Andhadhun, she’s shown she can do layered, dark, nuanced characters better than most. If she’s fed up, it’s a sign the industry’s still got growing to do.
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