Friday, May 25, 2012

More Truths...

Another episode of Satyamev Jayate, and this time, Aamir spoke of dowry. As issues go, dowry is an evergreen cause to take up, given how it still needs to be eradicated from out society. A lot of it has to do with societal aspirations. The better placed a groom is within the society, the more value he can get for himself. The brides, on their parts, also aspires for a well earning husband, who has a standing in the society, Into this mix potent mix add money, and you have a heady mixture of dowry.
Watching the show, I was amazed at Aamir's theatrics, his long drawn gasps at hearing the heartbreaking stories , while keeping a poker face through it all. While Aamir must be applauded for taking a stand on issues, his theatrics do get in the way. If his heart bleeds for such issues, then he should not be afraid to show it.  Or maybe he is not to the type to show his emotions, letting his actions speak or him. If that is true, he should not be hosting a talk show.  Aamir later wrote and article in the institution. Reading it, one doesn't find any intellectually invigorating stuff. It may be written with the best intentions, but it is not the best piece of opinion pieces.
The show itself, has been losing its steam. Even Aamir can't force people to watch serious stuff on a Sunday morning, no less.
Aamir has chosen the wrong medium to vent his emotions about the society.  But I am more inclined to believe that he is looking for a far greater role in the society as a politician/conscience keeper.

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