Zeenat Aman asks ‘Which genius decided ‘aunty’ is a derogatory term?’ as she talks about embracing it with pride

Zeenat Aman is back on Instagram and this time she has taken a subtle dig on those age-shaming and calling her aunty. She shares a note that reads how aunty is a term she embraces and should not be used in a derogatory way. The actress also recalls how her step mother was a huge support and tag her as one of the strong pillar in her life.

Zeenat Ji shared a photo of herself in a T-shirt with ‘aunty’ written on it, accompanied by a note. Her note read, “Which genius decided that “aunty” is a derogatory term? It certainly wasn’t me. Where would we be without those ubiquitous older women who make our lives comfortable and warm and secure. The Indian aunty is everywhere, and she doesn’t even have to be related to you. She provides a shoulder to lean on, an ear to your problems, a hot meal, a silly joke, a welcoming home, a righteous scolding, a pearl of wisdom.”

She further adds, “When you hear the word “aunty” you can imagine a frumpy nag, or you can truly think about the older women in your life and see what I see. Me? I’m an aunty and proud. It’s a tag I’ll happily wear on my sleeve, or in this case, across my chest. In my life I had my stepmother Shamim aunty, who was a huge support to me when my sons were young. She would cook us meals and babysit the boys and check-in on me everyday. Now tell me about the extraordinary aunty or aunties in your life! It’s as good a day as any to tag an aunty, credit an aunty, celebrate an aunty.”

Celebs react to Zeenam Aman’s post

Inspired by her post, several celebs commented on it. Karan Johar says, “This piece has inspired me to accept and welcome being addressed as “Uncle… “it’s time to embrace the inevitable and also acknowledge the positives of being a worldly wise uncle.” While Dia Mirza writed, “I am happy to be Dia Aunty to all of kids friends.” Manisha Koirala dropped hearts emoji’s.

Workwise, Zeenat Ji will next be seen in Netflix’s The Royals. It has an ensemble cast that includes Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Sakshi Tanwar, Dino Morea, Nora Fatehi and others. Apart from this, she will be seen in Bun Tikki alongside Shabana Azmi.

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