We asked some content creators about their idea of what 'men written by women' look like and here's what they had to share!
We have grown up hearing about how the world is made by man with rules set by them that govern and look at things through their perspective. They are often considered higher beings with more power and authority over the world. It only took us a couple of decades to realize that this idea of a ‘macho man’ or a 'man’s man’ is nothing but a scam that has the entire world shying away from embracing emotions and empathy. It’s sad to see men in our lives having to suppress a part of themselves that makes them human, because it's considered weak and unimportant. While people still continue to rely on this outdated idea of a man, we have had multiple stories, artists, and individuals who have illustrated what a real man is supposed to be like through their work.
The whole concept of ‘men written by women’ has been widely talked about with appreciation, where people are often in awe of the characters that have been presented to us. Watching men through the eyes of female authors, as they describe the various aspects of a man that would be an ideal type, has everyone agreeing in unison. We can’t help but find such men appealing, and although they feel fictional, we wish to encounter them in real life. Everyone has their own interpretation of what "men written by women" might look like for them. Content creators, who also play a role in challenging existing stereotypes through their content, decided to share their ideas.
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Check out what they had to say!
Jagriti Khurana finds that the characters often written by women are the ones that feel real and relatable. They show emotions, they're kind and have flaws but these things don’t make them weak - they make them human. These men are strong, not because they hide their feelings, but because they embrace them. "We need more of them because they show us that being a man isn’t just about being tough or in control all the time. These characters help break stereotypes, making it okay for men to be vulnerable and express themselves. They inspire a healthier, more balanced way of looking at masculinity."
According to her, these stories also play a big role in shaping how we see men in the real world. When we read about or watch men who are open, kind, and supportive, it challenges the idea that masculinity has to fit into a narrow box. They teach us that men can be strong while still being gentle and that emotions don’t make anyone less capable. By creating more of these characters, we can start important conversations about gender roles and build a society that values emotional honesty and mutual respect for everyone.
According to Nidhi Katiyar, men written by women often show more emotional depth and respect for boundaries, making them feel more real and relatable. These characters go beyond common stereotypes like being angry or focused only on desire. Instead, they show vulnerability, kindness, and thoughtfulness. "They aren’t afraid to embrace traits often seen as feminine, which makes them stronger and more balanced. We need more of these characters because they show a healthier version of masculinity. They help people see that men can be emotionally open and respectful, encouraging better understanding, equality, and kindness in both stories and real life."
Sandesh & Mohit aka Because Why Not think that it should be encouraged more in today’s times. "Because we are at a point now where men written by men is getting boring and done to death." They believe that this crossover, men written by women, should happen more than those ‘forced’ and uninteresting crossovers in Rohit Shetty’s cop universe. "I mean, didn’t we all love what Zoya Akhtar did in ZNMD or even in Gully Boy for that matter? When women write about men, there’s some freshness to the character. Also, it’s refreshing to see men’s vulnerabilities rather than just machoism, which women writers can bring out better, I feel."
For Devanshu Mahajan, men written by women often feel more emotionally nuanced and relatable. "Take Vicky Kaushal in Raazi—he’s vulnerable, supportive, and layered, breaking away from the usual macho stereotypes. On the other hand, men written by men—like Shahid Kapoor in Kabir Singh or Ranbir Kapoor in Animal—tend to lean into aggression, dominance, and flaws, often reflecting toxic masculinity or rebellion. Both approaches can be compelling, but there’s a clear difference: women writers tend to focus on emotional depth and relationships, while men often emphasize external conflicts and power dynamics." He further mentions how these feel like an interesting reflection of how gender shapes storytelling.
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