published by, Chirag Sehgal
Last Update: March 08, 2023, 08:00 AM IST
Alia Bhatt (left) in the poster of Darling, Rasika Duggal Manto in a still pose (right).
A look at 5 female actor-director partnerships that have broken barriers, challenged norms and given us films that stay with us long after we’ve watched them.
Bollywood has been churning out films for over a century, but in recent years we’ve seen a rise in women-led collaborations both in front of and behind the camera. With more women taking up the mantle of storytelling and filmmaking, we are finally getting to see nuanced and complex female characters on screen. On the occasion of Women’s Day, here are five female actor-director pairings who created magic on screen:
Alia Bhatt and Jasmeet K. for Darlings. Rin:
Darlings is a dark comedy written by Jasmeet K. Reen’s directorial debut. The film stars Alia Bhatt in the lead role, who is one of the producers. The film also marks Alia’s first collaboration with a female director, and the results are nothing short of spectacular. Directed by Jasmeet, with a stellar performance by Alia, Darlings is a must watch.
Rasika Dugal and Nandita Das for Manto:
Manto, directed by Nandita Das, is a biographical drama revolving around the life of writer Saadat Hasan Manto. The film stars Rasika Dugal in the lead role, who delivers a subtle and powerful performance. Nandita’s direction, coupled with Rasika’s acting, makes Manto a poignant and hard-hitting film that stays with you long after the credits roll.
Tripti Dimri and Anvita Dutt for Qala:
Kaala is a Netflix film directed by Anvita Dutt starring Tripti Dimri in the lead role. The film is a supernatural thriller that deals with themes of love and loss. Anvita’s direction, coupled with Tripti’s compelling performance, makes Kala a haunting and memorable film.
Vidya Balan and Anu Menon for Shakuntala Devi:
Shakuntala Devi is a biographical drama directed by Anu Menon, starring Vidya Balan in the lead role. The film is based on the life of the Indian mathematician of the same name. Vidya’s performance is stellar and Anu’s direction adds depth and complexity to the narrative.
Deepika Padukone and Meghna Gulzar for Chhapaak:
Chhapaak, directed by Meghna Gulzar, is a biographical drama that revolves around the life of an acid attack survivor. The film stars Deepika Padukone in the lead role, who delivers a subtle and powerful performance. Meghna’s direction along with Deepika’s acting make Chhapaak a moving and inspiring film.
In conclusion, these 5 female actor-director partnerships have broken barriers, challenged norms, and given us films that stick with us long after we’ve finished watching them.
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