Movies on Working Women: Bollywood Films That Celebrate Strong Female Leads

Today, 'Single Working Woman Day' is being celebrated across the world. This day is dedicated to those women who are not only making their mark on their own strength, but are also setting an example of change in society. This day is celebrated to honor the hard work, struggle, dedication, and professional success of working women. Bollywood has also taken this subject seriously and has made many great films that depict the life of a single working woman. Let's take a look at those films that strengthened this thinking.

1. Tumhari Sulu

The film 'Tumhari Sulu' is the story of a simple housewife, Sulochana Dubey, who dreams of becoming a radio jockey one day. Vidya Balan has shown strong confidence and positive energy in this character. Sulu balances her family life and new career together and proves that even a married woman can fulfill her dreams.
Director: Suresh Triveni

2. Name Shabana

This film is the story of an undercover agent, Shabana Khan, who becomes a strong and fearless spy after an incident in her life. Taapsee Pannu played this character very strongly. The film shows that even a single woman can risk her life for the security of the country.
Director: Shivam Nair

3. Mardaani

Shivani Shivaji Roy, played by Rani Mukerji, is a brave police officer who exposes a human trafficking racket. The film shows that even a female police officer can fight the evils of society with courage, intelligence, and sensitivity.
Director: Pradeep Sarkar
Budget: Rs 16 crore
Collection: Rs 57 crore

4. Story 

'Kahaani' is the story of a pregnant woman, Vidya Bagchi, who comes to Kolkata to find out the truth about her husband's murder. Vidya Balan showed a great combination of cleverness, sensitivity, and determination in this character. In the film, Vidya goes in search of the truth and in the end surprises everyone.
Director: Sujoy Ghosh
Budget: Rs 8 crore
Collection: Rs 104 crore

5. Thappad

Although the main theme of this film is domestic violence, it talks about a woman's self-respect and self-reliance. Taapsee Pannu's character questions her marriage after a slap and stands up for her self-respect. The film gives the message that a woman's silence is not her weakness.

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