The topic of ‘women empowerment’ is not a new-fangled concept in Hindi cinema. From epic dramas like Mother India to Astitva and the recent Neerja, Bollywood has given birth to some awe-inspiring women-oriented films.
The Indian Film Festival Melbourne (IIFM) awards for this year came with a twist – the entire festival revolved around the theme of ‘Equality’. Right from sexuality to religion, the IIFM wanted to emphasize on the role that cinema has always played to create a...