Mohanlal shares a scene from Aarattu against dowry system

The back to back deaths of three young married women in Kerala has triggered a widespread outcry against the dowry system that is rampant in the State. It is after the death of Kollam-based Vismaya, who committed suicide after being harassed by her husband for dowry, that discussions around the repercussions of this ill-practice caught fire.

On this note, the makers of Mohanlal’s upcoming biggie ‘Aarattu’ have shared a scene from the film in which the superstar is seen appreciating women who raise their voice against those who try to get them married against their personal choices. He also stresses that marriage is not a woman’s sole aim but instead they should try and attain self-sufficiency.

Sharing the video on his Facebook page, Mohanlal wrote,

Say No to Dowry. Let’s strive forward and create a Kerala where there’s justice and equality for women.

‘Aarattu’ is directed by B Unnikrishnan and scripted by Undayakrishna. The film is scheduled for theatrical release on October 14 during the Pooja holidays.