These 8 strong women characters from Bollywood movies show that women can do anything if they put their minds to it, and don't need to 'take help'.
The story of Aideu Handique is an important one that needs to be told; after all she was the first ever Assamese actress! But that is not the only reason why her tale is so important.
From a model to Miss India 1979, to an actor, to a theatre artiste, to now an acclaimed life skills educator and a teachers' trainer, Dr Swaroop Rawal nee Sampat has worn many hats in her journey.
Always in the spotlight when a movie is releasing, this time Deepika glorifies the 'dutiful wife' playing second fiddle to an achiever husband, at the promotions of Ranveer's new movie '83. #Facepalm
Despite creating sensitive, nuanced cinema year after year, women directors are missing from nominations - only Kathryn Bigelow has received it for The Hurt Locker, a film that appeals to male sensibilities.
Imtiaz Ali explores relationships in his films, but his women characters are a total mess, IMO. Can we hope for a better arc for the woman in the upcoming Love Aaj Kal 2?
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