Javed Akhtar is quite vocal about his thoughts and never shies away from sharing his opinions with people. Recently, in an interview, Akhtar talked about the portrayal of female characters and contemporary society`s understanding of women. While sharing his thoughts, he said that everyone is breathing the same air, and great writing can emerge only if the morality of people and society is clear. 

What Javed Akhtar Actually Said

During his conversation with `The Indian Express`, Akhtar stated, “When society is clear about contemporary morality and aspirations, great writing can emerge. The writer is a part of society, breathing the same air. This is how great roles come about. Meena Kumari in `Saheb, Biwi Aur Ghulam`, Nargis in `Mother India`, and Waheeda Rehman in `Guide` exemplify this. However, when morality is unclear, issues arise.”