The actor - who launched the MARD campaign (Men Against Rape and Discrimination) in response to the Delhi gang rape in December - said attitudes are slowly changing.
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"I believe change is difficult [to achieve] overnight," the filmmaker told Bollywood.com . "All of us are involved in this process at some level and that's great.
"Most importantly, all of us have become more aware of how acute the problem is and are openly talking about it," he explained.
"Earlier, only a few sections of the society would talk about harassment, that too in a hush-hush tone. When you have to treat a problem, you have to diagnose it and understand how it needs treatment."
The 40-year-old said he remains committed to raising awareness of the issues affecting women.
"I will do my best and contribute to create awareness. I am happy that I am part of this change. The issues that MARD addresses - gender equality and respect for women - need every possible avenue and platform."
Several other Indian actors have lent their support to initiatives promoting gender equality in India, including Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra and Aamir Khan, who recorded a video message endorsing the cause of the One Billion Rising campaign, a movement to end violence against women.
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