The Perils of Patriarchy: Spotting toxic men in Bollywood

RED FLAGS AHEAD

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Kabir Singh (2019)

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)

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Dabangg (2010)

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Badrinath ki Dulhania (2017)

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Raanjhanaa (2013)

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