Masooma
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A compelling novel about ambition, exploitation and survival in Bombay’s film industry during the 1950s.
| Author |
Ismat Chughtai |
|---|---|
| ISBN |
9789388070812 |
| Year Of Publication |
2018 |
| Pages |
152 |
| Language |
ENGLISH |
| Binding |
papreback |
| Publisher |
Speaking Tiger |
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ISBN: 9789388070812
Year Of Publication: 2018
Pages : 152
Language : ENGLISH
Binding : paperback
Publisher: speaking tiger
Through the journey of a young woman seeking fame and security, Masooma explores gender inequality, social hypocrisy and the darker side of the entertainment industry. The novel offers a sharp perspective on power, morality and the vulnerability of women in a society shaped by exploitation.
Ismat Chughtai (1915–1991) was a pioneering Urdu writer known for her bold treatment of gender, sexuality, class and social conventions. A major figure in modern Urdu literature, she challenged conservative attitudes through her short stories, novels and screenwriting.
The story follows Masooma, a young woman who travels to Bombay with her mother in pursuit of a film career. As she becomes Nilofar, she encounters a world of manipulation and exploitation. Her journey reveals the personal costs of ambition and the difficult choices women face while trying to survive in a ruthless environment.
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