Over
the
years,
the
definition
of
a
man
has
changed
its
course,
and
with
time,
the
representation
of
the
modern
man
has
also
changed
in
Indian
cinema.
Gone
are
the
times
when
men
were
just
macho
heroes
rescuing
women.
This
is
the
era
of
vulnerable,
compassionate,
and
sensitive
men.
Men
who
can
cry,
who
are
not
shy
about
seeking
help
when
they
need
it,
and
acknowledging
the
worth
of
the
women
in
their
lives.
Men
who
can
express
their
feelings
and
not
hide
them.
Many
Bollywood
male
characters
written
by
women
have
played
a
big
role
in
breaking
the
mould
of
a
stereotypical
hero.
This
change
has
been
a
product
of
the
increasing
number
of
female
writers.
Women
writers
have
actually
played
a
big
role
in
breaking
the
stereotypes
around
masculinity,
by
creating
male
characters
who
are
sensitive,
understanding,
and
would
cheer
for
women.
It
is
important
to
write
wholesome
men
for
cinema
because
when
the
general
public
sees
women
through
the
lens
of
these
men,
a
lot
of
their
mindsets,
and
impressions
get
realigned.
Here's
a
look
at
the
women
who
have
greatly
contributed
to
the
shift
in
male
representation
in
Indian
cinema:-
Dr
Jug
is
simply
the
ideal
therapist
for
every
woman.
Beaming
with
sensitivity,
Jug,
played
by
Shah
Rukh
Khan,
has
an
irresistible
charm
owing
to
his
non-judgemental
portrayal.
Ditching
the
orthodox
mentality,
Dr
Jug
not
only
embraces
but
also
propagates
the
modern,
feminist
rationale,
making
us
fall
in
love
with
the
character.
2)
Zoya
Akhtar
and
Reema
Kagti
-
Sunny
Gill
in
Dil
Dhadakne
Do
One
simply
can't
forget
the
scene
in
the
film
where
Sunny,
played
by
Farhan
Akhtar,
calls
out
Aisha's
husband
(played
by
Rahul
Bose)
for
passing
a
sexist
comment
very
casually.
Emphasising
not
letting
go
of
the
"small-things",
Sunny
portrayed
the
male
feminist,
proving
instrumental
in
the
journey
of
self
empowerment
for
Aisha
(played
by
Priyanka
Chopra).
Sunny
struck
a
chord
with
every
woman
and
served
as
an
idealistic
example
for
the
men
to
follow.
3)
Kanika
Dhillon-
Robbie
in
Manmarziyaan
Robbie
from
Manmarziyaan
is
the
epitome
of
the
ideal
man
every
woman
craves
for.
Played
by
Abhishek
Bachchan,
Robbie
is
not
only
emotionally
available,
but
he
also
ticks
all
the
boxes
for
a
perfect
partner.
From
being
understanding,
caring
to
being
non-judgmental,
Robbie
is
every
girl's
dream
man.
In
the
world
of
immature
and
misogynistic
MCPs,
Robbie
never
character
assassinated
Rumi
(played
by
Taapsee
Pannu),
in
fact,
the
way
he
dealt
with
the
Rumi-Vicky
situation
with
utmost
maturity
and
sensitivity,
had
every
girl
rooting
for
him.
Iqbal,
played
by
Vicky
Kaushal,
is
all
heart!
Despite
being
an
army
officer,
Iqbal
is
extremely
calm
and
poised
in
his
demeanour.
He
is
empathetic
towards
his
new
bride,
Sehmat
(played
by
Alia
Bhatt),
who
not
only
leaves
her
family
but
also
her
nation
when
she
gets
married.
From
respecting
his
wife's
interests
to
understanding
the
concept
of
consent
to
supporting
her
in
finding
her
own
ground,
Iqbal
had
been
the
perfect
husband.