The conversation around Bollywood’s gender dynamics has been reignited, with numerous actresses voicing their concerns over the industry’s male-centric nature.
They argue that despite their contributions, they are often overlooked for equal recognition and compensation compared to their male counterparts. This sentiment has been echoed by prominent figures such as Kangana Ranaut, Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, and Kareena Kapoor, among others.
During the promotions of the film ‘The Crew’, which has been a commercial success without a traditional male lead, grossing over 100 crores, Kriti Sanon made headlines with her comments. She said that all the three lead roles in the film are females and this film’s success suggests that a compelling narrative is sufficient to attract viewers, regardless of the gender of the lead characters.
She strongly said that not always a movie needs big heroes for commercial successes. She also said that there is a belief among some directors and producers that films centered around women do not attract audiences and this perspective is slowly changing in the public.
Kriti Sanon’s comments have sparked a broader conversation, with some interpreting her words as a candid reflection of the realities within Bollywood. Kriti Sanon, who began her career in Telugu cinema with the film ‘One Nenokkadine’ alongside Mahesh, has shifted her base to Bollywood later.