Mandakini recalled pay disparity for actresses in the 80s

Mandakini, a celebrated 1980s Bollywood actress known for 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili,' revealed in an interview the financial struggles and pay disparities faced by actresses of her era. She shared that actress earned just Rs 1 to 1.5 lakh per film and were easily replaceable. This perpetuated the gender pay gap, an issue that remains relevant today, despite ongoing advocacy by modern actresses.

Mandakini recalled pay disparity for actresses in the 80s
Mandakini, a celebrated 1980s Bollywood actress known for 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili,' revealed in an interview the financial struggles and pay disparities faced by actresses of her era. She shared that actress earned just Rs 1 to 1.5 lakh per film and were easily replaceable. This perpetuated the gender pay gap, an issue that remains relevant today, despite ongoing advocacy by modern actresses.