Top 10 Movies That Promote Women Power

1. Mother India (1957)

Mother India is the story of a poor village woman-RADHA (Nargis) who carries the burden of a loan from the cruel money lender-SUKHILAL. Her husband dies leaving four sons for her to raise all by herself.Radha is tortured by Sukhilal from time to time in every possible way. Amidst all the obstacles Radha not only raises her sons but also saves the village, becoming a heroine. She portrays the figure of the ideal woman made up of morals and values who shoots even her son for justice.

2. Damini (1993)

Damini is a happily married woman leading her life in peace. One fine day, she finds her brother-in-law raping the maid of the house and life changes for her. She calls all the family members and demands justice for the poor girl, but that goes in vain. Nobody in the family including her husband supports her. During her journey for justice she is thrown out of her family and faces a lot of troubles, but finally receives help from a lawyer who not only stands for her but also earns justice for Damini.

3. Bandit Queen (1994)

Bandit Queen is the biography of Phoolan Devi who was once prey to the child marriages and caste system prevailing in the society. She faces discrimination and sexual abuse over years because she belongs to a low caste family. Although she is tortured by the Thakurs, police and bandits, she finally takes over them and emerges as the Bandit Queen taking revenge. She hides in the ravines of Chambal as she is chased by the police. After a long time, she finally surrenders in 1994 for the sake of people of her gang.

4. Astitva (2000)

Aditi ( Tabu Tabu is a wonderful gift to the Indian cinema. She >> Read More... ) is married to Sachin who during the post marriage time travels to earn money leaving his wife alone with boredom and loneliness. Astitva serves to find out the identity of Indian females. It successfully depicts the male dominance and domestic abuse prevalent in the society.

5. Lajja (2001)

Lajja is the story of Vaidehi who is running from her husband to save herself from being killed. In her journey, she comes across various roles a woman plays in the society. The double standards of society and life of an Indian woman are the highlights. The movie puts forward a contrast among lives of three women Vaidehi, Janki and Ramdulaari who stood against all evils for their existence.

6. Fashion (2008)

The film features Priyanka Chopra Born on 18 July 1982, Priyanka Chopra is an establ >> Read More... as Meghna Mathur in the lead role who is a small town girl aspiring to become a super model. She achieves her dreams, faces downfall and shines again. The movie reveals the harsh truths of the fashion industry and emphasizes on the feminist power.This one is a must watch for the brilliant performances of the trio Priyanka, Kangana and Mughda.

7. Kahani (2012)

Kahani is a mystery thriller about a pregnant woman Vidya who is searching for her missing husband. The movie is set in the city of Kolkata at the time of Durga puja and successfully depicts the Bengali culture. Also, it brings out the essence of motherhood and feminism in the male dominated society.

8. Provoked (2006)

Based on a true story, ‘Provoked’ is the movie of a Punjabi wife who is tortured by her husband throughout her married life. She finally kills her husband and is imprisoned. She seeks justice and the question of the hour remains whether she will ever be proved not guilty. The movie is a mirror of the domestic violence and sexual abuse faced by a woman.

9. Queen (2014)

Rani is a simple living girl who is about to marry the love of her life. On the day of her wedding, Raghu backs off from the marriage. Rani decides to go for her honeymoon alone where she manages to survive all by herself amongst the strange faces in the new place. She turns into a woman full of self-confidence and gives a new meaning to her name.

10. Pink (2016)

Pink is a courtroom drama film featuring Amitabh Bachchan Amitabh Bachchan was born on October 11, 1942 in A >> Read More... in a power packed-performance as always. Three modern day girls are accused of hideous crimes when lawyer Deepak Sehgal comes to their rescue. Pink is the harsh and bitter reality of today. It raises questions deep down our souls for a change in the mindset of the society.