Rani Mukerji Vs Deepika Padukone: In an old interview, the actresses presented differing views on the issue of women’s safety. A video of the same is now viral.

 

Rani Mukerji, Deepika Padukone
Rani Mukerji, Deepika Padukone | Image: Instagram

 

Rani Mukerji Vs Deepika Padukone: There is a nationwide outrage after the brutal rape and murder of the trainee doctor in Kolkata. The incident has led to a nationwide protest with celebrities from all walks of life demanding justice for the victim and harsh punishment for the accused. Amid this, an old video of Rani Mukerji and Deepika Padukone discussing the issue of women’s safety has emerged online. The actresses seem to be in disagreement when it comes to a victim’s response in the situation of assault.

What did Rani Mukerji say about women’s safety?

Deepika Padukone and Rani Mukerji both partook in a round travel conference held in 2018. They were joined by other actresses like Tabu, Alia Bhatt, Anushka Sharma and Taapsee Pannu, who discussed the MeToo movement. Talking about the same the Black actress mentioned, “I think as a woman, you have to be that powerful yourself. If you ever come to a situation like that, you have the courage to say ‘back off.’ Everything relates to what you want in your life.”

Rani argued that the victim who is facing assault must defend themselves by attacking the perpetrator. She added, “If they are ever in a situation like that, they should make sure that the man suffers right there and then. Either kick him between his legs or give him a jhapad (slap) of his lifetime. He will remember it and become fearful of not doing it again.”

Deepika Padukone opposes Rani Mukerji’s views on women’s safety

While addressing the issue, Deepika Padukone handled the subject differently. The actress argued that while more and more women are being given self-defence training, it should not be the case. She added that instead of teaching the victim how to protect themselves, the system should emphasise on making sure there is no attack in the first place. Disagreeing with Rani, she shared, “I don’t think everyone is constructed with that sort of DNA, unfortunately.” Rani went on to suggest that women must enrol themselves in martial arts and take the responsibility for their protection.