8 female-centric Bollywood movies that broke new ground!

Today is International Women’s Day, a global holiday celebrating women and their achievements. And what better way to celebrate this day than by charging up the spirit of women who support women. So, here is a list of 8 female-centric Bollywood movies that are sure to inspire you.

Sudhir Mishra, a film that was ahead of its time Chameli It was a box office flop, but its nuances and plot were praised by critics. It’s a peaceful retreat to view at the end of a long week. Chameli will make you smile, awe, and most importantly, think. Kareena Kapoor proves her mettle as an actress and shows us how our lives can change and unfold dramatically, perhaps overnight.

margarita with straw Pushing radical ideas about disability. Laila, played by Kalki Koechlin, crosses boundaries and sexuality in her search for her own “Majnu.” Will she succeed?

The best thing about this film directed by Shonali Bose is that it often makes you forget that Laila has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. Laila is honest and adventurous, and challenges the world every day.

lipstick under my burqa, Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava explore suppression of female sexuality. This clothing is used to cover the contradictory lives of the four women. All four want to shake it off. The film shines a light on women living outside India’s big cities, depicting their small victories and occasional setbacks. This is a bold, brave, and colorful drama that redefines the female gaze.

Mr Nitesh Tiwari dangal This is a subtle nod to gender equality. This is a true story based on the life of Mahavir Singh and his two daughters Geeta Phogat and Babita Phogat. The film follows a father’s journey in raising his daughters to become world-class wrestlers. There is a constant dialogue about leveling the playing field for girls. And there are wrestling matches that look like the real thing.

pink This is a powerful statement against the existing feudal mindset of the majority in India, where men and women are judged by different standards. The film was one of the first Bollywood films to talk about ‘consent’ and has a telling line by Amitabh Bachchan: ‘When a woman says no, it means no’. Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury is grabbing attention with this film!

mother, Directed by Ravi Udiawal, the film tells the story of Devki Sabharwal (Sridevi), a high school teacher and strong-willed mother who tries to win over her stepdaughter Alia. Moreover, as you may have already guessed, a horrific crime is committed in the film and Sridevi finds herself fighting for justice. Mother also deals with the fear and trauma that rape victims go through, and is a difficult but must-see.

Anubhav Sinha throws a punch at the patriarchy Sappad This is a story that questions the rights of men. From unquestionable contentment in the home to normalcy in married life, from humiliation due to an unexpected slap to active questioning of self-satisfaction in a happy family environment, Thappad slowly reveals Steadily moving towards much-needed change.

A work by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, loosely inspired by real-life characters from the book Mafia Queens of Mumbai by Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges Gangubai Kathiawadi It’s a celebration of the art and struggle of being a woman. Alia Bhatt’s commanding performance delivers a highly entertaining blend of melodrama, incurable romanticism, and her efforts to regain power.