On the special occasion of International Women’s Day, here is a compilation of 5 male directors who have aced the art of filmmaking with brilliant women-centric projects, indeed the best of all times. The storyline of each project have been carried forward with all charm, nuance, and responsibility.
The below mentioned works have been lauded by all including the critics.
Ram Madhvani- Directed Sushmita Sen starrer ‘Aarya’
Aarya is a crime thriller series, featuring Sushmita Sen in the leading role who meddles with the underbelly of the world of crime and smuggling. The story shares the central idea of love, lust and redemption which is harnessed beautifully by the female lead who strives to protect her family despite all odds.
Vinay Waikul- Directed Raveena Tandon starrer ‘Aranyak’
Aranyak is a web series which features Raveena Tandon in the titular role who is seen in the grab of a police officer deployed to solve a mystery leading to a series of deaths in a small town. The performance of the director and actor have made the thriller an engaging watch for all.
Richie Mehta- Directed Shefali Shah starrer ‘Delhi Crime’
Delhi Crime, a crime drama series, which is inspired from the gruesome 2012 Delhi gang rape case recently bagged the International Emmy for Best Drama Series last year. The show goes deep into the intricate process the administration went through to solve the case and catch the perpetrators to bring justice. Delhi Crime has been considered to one of the strongest women-centric stories impeccably harnessed by the ensemble.
Suresh Triveni- Directed Vidya Balan starrer ‘Tumhari Sulu’
Tumhari Sulu is a comedy-drama film shows the story of a middle-class housewife who from the grassroot rise to the stardom of becoming a radio jockey. The brave performance by the director and team have made the film a delight to watch and cherish throughout, celebrating the aspirations of all.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali- Directed Alia Bhatt starrer ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’
Gangubai Kathiawadi is a biographical crime film which revolves around the atrocities faced by the lead protagonist in the garb of first a prostitute then a brothel owner in Mumbai’s red-light area. Sanjay’s direction and Alia’s performance offers the finest portrayal of powerful and convincing women who have carved a niche for herself despite all odds.
