India, May 31 -- It's not uncommon for actors to speak out about the lack of substantial roles for older women in the film industry. Now, Kangana Ranaut has joined the conversation, reflecting on ageing and how politics has offered her a more accepting space than cinema. (Also Read: Kangana Ranaut gives a glimpse of what Parliamentarians get up to when sessions get adjourned)

The actor-turned-politician took to Instagram to share a series of photos flaunting her curly hair, and penned a candid note on the joy of ageing. She wrote, "My pilgrim soul never feared ageing, but when my film crew saw grey hair, they panicked and used mascaras/colour sprays. Happy to be in a place where my ageing face or body doesn't take anything away from me. ...