From Cannes to box office hits, female filmmakers reshape India’s ‘macho’ cinema with bold and inclusive stories

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India's male-dominated film industry is experiencing a shift with a rise of female filmmakers creating more complex and authentic female characters. While Bollywood often portrays women stereotypically, films like the Cannes Grand Prix winner "All We Imagine as Light" and Oscar-submitted "Lost Ladies" showcase a departure from these norms, presenting realistic portrayals of women and challenging traditional societal expectations.