The persistence of such gender-based stereotypes not only hampers the growth and morale of female professionals but also detracts from the sector’s overarching goal: patient care.

Have you watched Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani? If so, you must know me already. I’m Dhanalakshmi Randhawa, Rocky’s grandmother, and the founder of Dhanalakshmi Sweets.

Even after 75 years of independence, we needlessly adhere to shallow ideals and orthodox traditions, due to which several girls in our country have been deprived of the freedom to pursue their dreams.

So I should've watched it. At least for the sake of women's solidarity, I should have watched it by now. If feminists like me did not support Barbie, who else will?

Our language reflects our sexist, patriarchal society, with expressions casually used that we often don't even realise are problematic.