Cheerleading is not everyone’s cup of tea
Updated On: 22 April, 2024 08:00 PM IST | Srijanee Majumdar
The dynamics of power and privilege inherent in the IPL ecosystem perpetuate a culture of ‘objectification’, where the female body appears no less than a commodity to be consumed at will
A cheerleader performs during an IPL match. Pic/AFP
“Men see us as nothing but pieces of meat,” were the words of an American when questioned about her encounters with sexism as an IPL cheerleader.
At first glance, you may find her embody the epitome of grace and vivacity, captivating hearts with synchronised routines and infectious energy. Yet, beneath the veneer of entertainment lies a darker reality, a reality where she is reduced to mere objects of male gratification, her worth measured by superficial standards of beauty and desirability.
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