5 Powerful Female-Led Bollywood Films To Watch Before Alia Bhatt's Alpha
Alpha is the first female-led film from YRF's spyverse which features films like War 2, Jawan, Pathaan.
Alia Bhatt is gearing up to impress fans with her upcoming film Alpha, directed by Shiv Rawail. The action-packed project, the first female-led film from YRF's spyverse, also features Sharvari and, if reports are to be believed, Bobby Deol as the antagonist. Alpha is scheduled to release on December 25.
While you count down to Alpha's release, here are 5 female-led Bollywood films you should absolutely watch in the meantime:
1. Mother India
The 1957 film is a classic directed by Mehboob Khan. It is about a strong village woman, Radha, who raises her kids alone and stands up for what is right. Nargis totally nailed the role, and the film is still talked about for its powerful storytelling.
2. English Vinglish
Sridevi plays a housewife who decides to learn English while visiting New York. It is not just about the language; it is about finding confidence and respect. Remember that cafe scene where she orders coffee so smoothly? Total win.
3. The Dirty Picture
The movie shows the bold life of Silk Smitha, played by Vidya Balan. She owns every scene with her fierce energy and confidence. One of the best lines? 'Filmein sirf teen cheezon ki wajah se chalti hain – entertainment, entertainment, entertainment… aur main entertainment hoon." Iconic!
4. Pink
This list can not be complete without this hard-hitting courtroom drama with Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu. The moment when Big B says, 'No means no," hits like a punch. It is one of those films that really started conversations.
Kangana Ranaut plays Rani, a girl who goes on her honeymoon alone after being dumped. From Delhi to Paris to Amsterdam, she finds herself along the way.
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