Rubina Dilaik on actresses losing work post motherhood; says 'Makers think we lack stamina, harmful for project'

Rubina Dilaik, who is gearing up for two new projects 'The Ward' and 'Khatron Ke Khiladi 15', recently opened up about the judgements women face after embracing motherhood. Rubina Dilaik spoke about how many women miss out on work opportunities because of fixed mindsets in the entertainment industry. In an interview with IANS, she shared that several makers believe women who have recently become mothers may not have the same energy, passion, or dedication towards work after childbirth.Speaking about the stereotype, Rubina said, "Studies show that 62 percent of women do not resume work after pregnancy because society is unwelcoming towards a woman who has just given birth. At times, the industry looks down upon her and thinks, stamina will not be there, strength will not be there, there will be no ambition. And if there is no ambition, then maybe she won’t be able to prove herself. If she won’t be able to prove it, then keeping her in this project will be harmful for us. These are the thoughts women are constantly judged with.”The actress further shared that such social pressure often makes women question their own abilities and confidence. “Society never gives us that space to just be. It never says ‘it’s okay, we will not judge you, even if you make a mistake’. There is always this constant pressure, and not every woman may be equally strong or able to navigate her own path with confidence,” said the actressRubina gave birth to her twins Edhaa and Jeeva while continuing her professional journey. She also said that she sees this phase of her life as a chance to inspire and motivate other women.“Whereas I, with my journey, since I am blessed that I get this opportunity to show myself that there is still more that I want to achieve. There is a path that I want to pave for myself and my fellow contemporaries who are contemplating that after becoming a mother, not all doors will be closed. So this is for all of them.”Rubina was recently spotted at the launch of KKK 15 press conference. She is now gearing up to fly to Cape Town to participate in the reality show Khatron Ke Khiladi season 15.