13 Apr, 2024

7 marvelous women centric Films to watch before Heeramandi

Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar is all set to hit the Netflix screens on 1st May, 2024. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the period drama series promises an enthralling tale of women from the past. Some such Hindi films are listed ahead...


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1. Devdas: It is an iconic Sanjay Leela Bhansali romantic drama that revolves around heart wrenching love story that includes a courtesan named Chandramukhi(played by Madhuri Dixit).


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2. Pakeezah - It is a 1972 romantic musical drama starring Meena Kumari as the eponymous lead, named Sahibjaan. Directed by Kamal Amrohi, it is a journey of love and redemption.


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3. Umrao Jaan - It is a 1981 romantic musical drama directed by Muzaffar Ali. The film stars Rekha in the titular character, as a courtesan, her struggles and triumps during the 90's Lucknow.


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4. Mandi - Rated 7.5/10 on IMDb, it is a 1983 comedy dram directed by Shyam Benegal. This satirical story revolves around the life inside a brothel located in Hyderabad.


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5. Tawaif - It is aclassic 1985 Indian drama film directed by BR Chopra. Led by Rati Agnihotri, the film primarily revolves around a courtesan who navigates through compelexities of love and relationships through the then society.


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Begum Jaan - It is a 2017n period drama directed by Srijit Mukherji. Led by Vidya Balan, the film revolves around her leading character, madam of a brothel who struggles hard to protect her family during the India's partition.


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7. Gangubai Kathiawadi - It is a 2022 biopic drama for Alia became a name of utter fame. Her high-impact dialogues, strong yet emotional character was a whole astounding performance.


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