Women's Equality Day is celebrated on 26 August all over the world. Today is the day to appreciate women's rights, struggles, courage, and contributions to society. In the last few years, the role of women on screen has changed a lot. Actresses are no longer limited to just heroine or general roles. They are now seen in roles of strong, self-reliant, and those who bring change in society.

These actresses spoke out loudly.
In the last few years, many actresses have spoken out loudly on the issue of equality in work and pay. Deepika Padukone herself had said that she demanded equal fees as her husband Ranveer Singh. For this, she also rejected some films. At the same time, Sonam Kapoor had said that it is not easy to stand against inequality. Many times she also had to face difficulties for this. If Kangana Ranaut is to be believed, her male co-stars get many times more fees than she does. Apart from this, many actresses, including Taapsee Pannu, Priyanka Chopra, Konkana Sen Sharma, Tahira Kashyap, and Nusrat Bharucha, have spoken openly on the issue of equality.

Women's power is shown by becoming a director and producer

The change is not limited to actresses only. Women directors and producers are also showing their strength in Bollywood. In the films of directors like Zoya Akhtar, Meghna Gulzar, Kiran Rao, Gauri Shinde, and Nandita Das, women are the main force of the story. Similarly, celebrities like Deepika, Priyanka, Anushka Sharma, Richa Chadda, Kriti Sanon, and Guneet Monga are presenting different kinds of stories by becoming producers.

Films showing women's equality and empowerment

Story: Vidya Balan searches for her lost husband in Kolkata. The film shows that women can show courage even in difficult situations.

English Vinglish: In the film, Sridevi played the role of a woman named Shashi who regains her self-confidence and respect by learning to speak English.

Queen: Kangana Ranaut played the role of a young woman who goes abroad alone after a heartbreak. The film shows that women can make their own decisions.

Pink: This film of Taapsee Pannu and Amitabh Bachchan shows that the consent of women is very important. The message of the film was - no means no.

Lipstick Under My Burkha: Four women fight against a conservative society for their dreams and freedom. This film is the story of women's freedom and making their own identity.

Dangal: The story of the Phogat sisters, who brought glory to the country by wrestling. This film is an example of women's power and hard work.

Thappad: Taapsee Pannu played the role of a woman who considers domestic violence wrong and stands up for women's rights and dignity.

Chhapaak: Deepika Padukone played the role of Malti, who fights for justice and respect after an acid attack.

Gunjan Saxena - The Kargil Girl: Janhvi Kapoor played the role of India's first female combat pilot, Gunjan Saxena. This film shows that women can work as hard as men in any field.

Sharmaji Ki Beti: This film shows the lives of three women of different ages. Their work, household problems and their dreams are presented in the story.

Mrs: This film is the story of a newly married woman. She tries to bring about a change in her home and society amidst old customs and male-dominated thinking. The film 'Laapata Ladies' released last year also talks about women equality.

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