India, Dec. 2 -- Dia Mirza is once again using her voice to spotlight inequality, this time calling out how women seem to quietly disappear from the screen as they grow older. Known for choosing a female priest for her wedding and speaking passionately about the environment, the actor is now asking why an industry that celebrates male ageing still struggles to see older women as romantic leads.

At the recent event, curated by journalist Barkha Dutt and highlighted across the platform's coverage, the Sanju actor reflected on how little casting patterns have shifted over the years. Dia Mirza pointed out that women are still routinely paired with male co-stars who are far older than they are. She said, "I find it interesting that I'm cast o...