Taking instructions from women common for me says Manoj Bajpayee

National Award-winning actor Manoj Bajpayee, who plays a crucial role in “Naam Shabana” with Taapsee Pannu in the central role, says he has grown up seeing women in instrumental roles in his daily life, and so, taking instructions from a woman does not hurt his male ego.

Talking about the changing role of women not only in Indian cinema but also in workplaces, Manoj told IANS here: “I have grown up seeing my mother, who is always taking all the decision in our house — whether it is about our upbringing, domestic chaos or discussing other matters with my father.”

“I saw my father not only respect my mother immensely, but he also gave her all the power to run the house. Therefore, taking instructions from women — whether my mother or my wife — is a common practice for me.”

“Naam Shabana” features Taapsee as an empowered woman.