Golu from Mirzapur 3, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, speaks out on pay parity and unequal treatment on set
Mirzapur season 3 is set to premiere in July and fans are eagerly anticipating it. The trailer for this crime thriller was released today and has raised excitement levels. Shweta Tripathi Sharma, who plays Gajgamini Gupta aka Golu, plays a pivotal role in the series.
The popular character Golu shared her thoughts on pay parity in the entertainment industry and whether she has faced it herself.
Shweta Tripathi Sharma on gender disparity in showbiz
Shweta Tripathi Sharma acknowledged the existence of gender pay disparity in the industry in an interview with India Today. She emphasized the importance of addressing the issue of ‘male-female monetary compensation’ which is a prevalent topic in various industries.
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Shweta Tripathi Sharma’s stance on settling for less
Shweta Tripathi Sharma reflected on a time in her career when she accepted a smaller vanity van compared to her male co-actors. She realized the significance of not setting a precedent that others should follow in terms of accepting less. This realization led her to demand equal treatment.
Shweta emphasized the importance of speaking up for oneself and addressing such issues to set a positive example for others. She expressed the need to demand what one truly deserves in order to create a fair and equal working environment.
Mirzapur 3 will premiere on Prime Video on July 5, 2024.
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