It is crucial to note the male gaze prevalent in these narratives. Historically, most recorded Zavazvi Kathas were written by men, for men. The female characters are often objectified, existing primarily to fulfill male fantasies. However, within the sub-genre of Lavani , there is evidence of a female voice reclaiming sexual agency, using the explicit description of the male body to turn the gaze back upon the male audience.
While conflict is eternal, the Zavazvi Katha gained a distinct identity in post-independence Maharashtra. marathi zavazvi katha
