Actress Saba Azad has expressed her belief that the term 'alpha male' is a construct of patriarchy, designed to perpetuate patriarchal ideologies. In an exclusive conversation with IANS, she admitted to not comprehending the concept of an 'alpha male'. She noted that she is surrounded by remarkable men in her life, both as family members and friends.
Saba Azad on 'Alpha Male' and Masculinity
When asked whether vulnerability is still perceived as 'less masculine' in society and for her thoughts on the term 'alpha male', the 'Songs of Paradise' actress shared her perspective. She stated, "I honestly do not understand the concept of alpha male. I think it is a term created by patriarchy to keep patriarchal ideas alive. I do not subscribe to it at all." She added, "I have many wonderful men in my family and among my friends, but I still do not understand what 'alpha' is supposed to mean."
Professional Update: 'Who's Your Gynac?' Season 2
On the professional front, Saba is set to reprise her role as Dr. Vidhushi Kothari in the second season of the web series 'Who's Your Gynac?'. During the interview, she was also asked whether an actor's responsibility grows with a show's success. Responding, she said, "I think everyone carries equal responsibility because what we do is only one small part of a much larger project. The writers, especially, carry a huge responsibility because they have to move the story forward while maintaining consistency."
Maintaining Consistency in Successful Shows
Saba further explained, "When a show becomes successful, and audiences connect deeply with it, expectations naturally grow. People want to experience the same joy and emotional connection again, perhaps even more strongly. For actors, the responsibility lies in maintaining consistency and bringing out the same quirks, flaws, and honesty in the characters that audiences loved in the first season."
