In an exclusive conversation on Hauterrfly’s The Male Feminist, popular Punjabi singer and actor Sunanda Sharma opened up about menstrual health and busted some widespread myths around periods. For the unversed, Sunanda Sharma made her acting debut with Sajjan Singh Rangroot, co-starring with none other than Diljit Dosanjh. While she made her Bollywood debut with the song Tere Naal Nachna.
Sunanda Sharma Reacts To Some Period Myths
When asked about the long-standing belief that women shouldn’t wash their hair during periods, Sunanda admitted she’s heard it often but never followed it. “I always shower on the first day of my period. I don’t even know why this is a thing,” she said, brushing off the myth. Responding to the belief that women can get pregnant during their period, Sunanda candidly said she hasn’t experienced that and can’t really say anything about it.
While talking about if sour foods can delay menstruation, Sunanda Sharma said that while some people might experience this, it’s not something she has ever personally felt. Addressing the most debated topic, whether cramps are an excuse, Sunanda made it clear that menstrual cramps are real and painful. “They’re nothing like gym cramps. It feels like something is twisting you from the inside, especially worse during winters,” she explained, emphasising that it’s not about weakness, but real discomfort.
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Finally, smashing the stigma that period blood is impure, Sunanda said, “Why would it be dirty? It’s part of a woman’s beauty. You can’t call it impure.”
On the latest episode of The Male Feminist, Sunanda Sharma also talks about creative freedom, lessons from her mom and more.
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