Are you tired of watching a heroine's entire life revolve around the hero? Indian movies are moving a step ahead of this trope with some intriguing projects. From chasing dreams to fighting systems, these female leads have bigger things to do than just fall in love. Here are 7 powerful Indian films where the woman's story is entirely her own.
Indian Movies Where The Female Lead’s Life Is Not Built Around Romance
From the iconic 'Queen' to the heartwarming 'Magalir Mattum', watch these seven powerful films where the woman's story is entirely her own and not just around a hero.
1. Queen
Queen follows Rani, who is devastated after her fiancé leaves her just before the wedding. She decides to go on their honeymoon alone, where she gets pulled out of her comfort zone and rediscovers herself. The movie stars Kangana Ranaut in the lead role and is streaming on Prime Video.
2. Magalir Mattum
Magalir Mattum follows Prabhavati, who is an independent documentary filmmaker. With the help of her friends, she takes her mother-in-law, Gomatha, on a surprise trip to reunite her with her school friends. The movie stars Urvashi, Bhanupriya, Saranya Ponvannan, and Jyothika in the lead roles. It is streaming on Zee5.
3. The Great Indian Kitchen
The Great Indian Kitchen follows a woman who tries to fit into the conventional mould that society has prescribed for married women. She starts to feel this isn't the life she wants. The movie is streaming on Prime Video.
4. Piku
Piku follows a woman who takes a road trip to Kolkata with her ageing but nagging father, Bhaskor Banerjee. The movie focuses on their disparate ideologies and fights over trivial issues. It is streaming on SonyLIV.
5. Tumhari Sulu
Tumhari Sulu follow an ambitious housewife who lives happily with her husband and her son. Things change when she wins a contest and auditions for a night show at a radio station. It is streaming on Prime Video.
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6. Anandi Gopal
Anandi Gopal is a biographical drama based on the life of Anandi Gopal, the first certified Indian female doctor of Western medicine. It is streaming on Zee5.
7. Super Sharanya
Super Sharanya follows Sharanya, who experiences her first love, makes new friends and enjoys her college days as she walks on the tricky path towards adulthood. It is streaming on Zee5.
Conclusion:
These films prove that a female lead does not need a love angle to carry a movie. Whether it's finding self-worth, fighting for justice, or just living on her own terms, their stories are relatable, inspiring, and far more interesting. If you're looking for films where women are the heroes of their own lives, not just the hero's life, this list is your perfect watchlist.