Actor Barun Sobti recently reprised his role in a web series where he plays a cop reporting to a new commanding officer, a female superior played by actor Mona Singh. The new season of the show delves into the discomfort some men feel about working under women in positions of authority, a theme Barun believes reflects reality, including within the film industry.

He shares, “It’s evident that men have a problem with stronger women. To a certain extent, it depends on the family you’ve grown up in, but we cannot deny it. Taking orders from them is still a huge thing. Even if a woman makes a strong point in an argument, I see men getting uncomfortable.”

The first season of Kohrra marked a turning point in Barun’s career, earning him significant recognition. Reflecting on its impact, the 41-year-old says, “In terms of viewership, there are shows that people watch and then there are shows that the industry watches. What happened with Kohrra was that the industry watched the show, and that’s why I started getting more work.”