Produced by: Manoj Kumar
Half of Indian men under 25 are losing their hair—and for many, it’s not just strands falling out, but confidence and self-image crumbling under the weight of stigma.
Male-pattern baldness is hitting younger than ever, forcing young men to confront a receding hairline—and the shame, anxiety, and social judgment that follow.
Once tied to ageing, hair loss is now haunting college campuses and job interviews. The emotional toll? Depression, body dysmorphia, and silent suffering.
In a society where thick hair equals youth, balding men face casual cruelty—from barbers to strangers—leaving deep psychological scars that no treatment can fix.
Hair loss is no longer just about genes. Stress, bad diets, polluted cities, and digital burnout are accelerating the crisis—one strand at a time.
Transplants, patches, PRP, laser therapy—India’s booming baldness market offers hope, but the real cost isn't just ₹70,000, it’s your mental health.
Behind the receding hairlines are young men spiraling into self-doubt, social withdrawal, and anxiety—caught between cultural ideals and cruel realities.
Many can’t afford cosmetic fixes. Instead, they turn to hair patches, hats, or therapy—trying to rebuild self-worth in a world that equates hair with value.
This isn’t just hair loss. It’s the slow unraveling of masculinity myths, where appearance meets expectation—and young men struggle to redefine both.