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Women’s Day: 10 actresses who changed the norms in Bollywood

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SNS | March 8, 2018 2:57 pm

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This Women's Day let's check out a list of actresses who changed the landscape for women in the industry with their commendable contribution in cinema, which further resulted in the growth for women in a male dominated profession. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Deepika Padukone: Considered as one of the finest female actor of Bollywood Deepika is currently as hailed as the queen of Bollywood. Her films are a sure shot success and with rave reviews pouring in for the actor. 'Cocktail', 'Piku', 'Bajirao Mastani' and 'Padmaavat' are some films that depicted women in a much more stronger role than the men. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Vidya Balan: Vidya is hailed in the media as 'The Powerhouse' of Bollywood. Her range of films has resulted in universal acclaim and earned her a huge fan base. She established as herself as one of the leading woman of Bollywood in a string of commercial and critically acclaimed films like 'Paa', 'No One Killed Jessica', 'The Dirty Picture' and 'Kahani'. She made a comeback with highly acclaimed 'Tumhari Sulu' in 2017. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Raveena Tandon: Raveena was known for raising the glamour quotient back in the 90s but went on to later establish herself as an actor in more stronger roles. Raveena, who is also very active as a feminist, has been called one of the best actors of Bollywood. Her films like 'Daman', 'Satta', 'Shab' and 'Maatr' proves why she is among the women who changed the norms form women in industry. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: Miss World? Check. Hollywood Projects? Check. Aishwarya is considered the most beautiful woman in the world but that's just one thing what makes Aishwarya a game changer in the industry. Aishwarya's films have been an inspiration to many aspiring actors and her portrayal of diverse characters in films like 'Taal', 'Devdas', 'Guru', 'Jodha Akbar' and 'Sarbjit' are among some of her finest work. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Tabu: A veteran in her own way who is so natural that one can't believe this all is just an act in a film. Tabu is among the selected few actors who always excel as an actor and gives a tough bout to the male conterpart in the film. Her portrayal of strong characters in films like 'Maachis', 'Astitva', 'Chandni Bar' and 'Drishyam' have been widely appreciated worldwide. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Priyanka Chopra: Making the nation proud all across the globe is none other than Priyanka Chopra, who has a lead role in a Hollywood show Quantico. But breaking stereotypes started for Peecay way back in 2008, when she starred in the acclaimed film Fashion for which she won numerous accolades. Priyanka has time and again conveyed the message of women empowerment through her films like '7 Khoon Maaf', 'Mary Kom' and 'Jai Gangajal'. Way to go PeeCay! (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Richa Chadha: The beloved Bholi Punjaban of Bollywood has give her share of contribution towards women empowerment. Richa is considered as one of the most versatile actors of her generation and why not she should be? Her films like 'Gangs of Wasseypur' (Part 1 and 2), 'Fukrey', 'Tamanchey', 'Masaan' and 'Sarbjit' are a proof of her finesse as an actor. These characters have indeed inspired many filmmakers to make films that showcases women in dynamic roles. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Kajol: The best that industry has to offer. That sums it all for Kajol. One of the most prominent actor of the 90s that lead the patron with her remarkable films is none other than Kajol. Her characters may have not been that of breaking the barriers but it surely inspired many aspiring actors we see today. 'DDLJ', 'Gupt', 'Dushman', 'Fanna' and 'My Name is Khan' are just to name a few of her best characters. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Rani Mukherji: Another name that strikes our mind whenever it comes some of the most versatile actors of Bollywood. Rani, who started her career with serious roles in films like Raja Ki Ayegi Baarat, Ghulam and Mehandi, has always been one of the best the industry has to offer. In a time, where female actors were meant for raising the glamour quotient in the industry Rani's contribution for changing the landscape for women is significant. 'Saathiya', 'Hum-Tum', 'Black', 'No One Killed Jessica' and 'Mardani' should be in your list of films to watch this Women's day. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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Kangana Ranaut: Last but definitely not the least. Kangana is the best example of the 2010s where a female actor worked her way off and rose to prominence with her strong performances. The actor stands atop of the mountain with the elite club of actors that changed the landscape of things for women in the industry. Tanu weds Manu (Part 1 and 2), Queen and Simran are her best films till date that showcased girl power and depicted women in stronger roles. (Photo Credits: Facebook)

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