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Actresses Alone Can't Drive Change: Malavika Mohanan
26 Jul
Summary
- Real progress for female characters needs more women writers and directors.
- More female filmmakers will create opportunities for action roles.
- Malavika Mohanan praises 'Laapataa Ladies' for its female perspective.
Malavika Mohanan has voiced a critical perspective on the advancement of female characters within Indian cinema, asserting that actresses alone cannot drive substantial change. She emphasized that genuine progress requires a foundational shift, starting with a greater presence of women in creative and technical roles, particularly as writers and directors.
Mohanan highlighted that the scarcity of female directors and writers is a primary obstacle limiting the breadth of roles available to actresses. She expressed a strong desire for more "female gaze" in filmmaking, believing that an increase in women creators would inevitably lead to the development of more compelling action-oriented characters, potentially birthing an Indian equivalent of "Kill Bill."
As an exemplar of cinema crafted through a female lens, Mohanan cited Kiran Rao's "Laapataa Ladies." She admired the film for its sensitive direction and the authentic representation of its female characters, calling it a welcome example of a woman's perspective on screen.
Looking ahead, Mohanan is set to star in 'Sardar 2' alongside Karthi and 'Pocket Novel' with Vijay Sethupathi, further solidifying her status as a Pan-India actress across various film industries.
