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Actress Shweta Tripathi Champions Women & Queer Narratives
16 Feb
Summary
- Shweta Tripathi is now producing films with a focus on women and queer narratives.
- Her first queer film as producer, 'Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan,' stars Tilottama Shome.
- She believes in creating human, flawed, and familiar stories for broader representation.
Shweta Tripathi has embraced a new role as a producer, dedicating her efforts to stories centered on women and queer narratives. She believes this focus aligns with her artistic purpose, feeling like 'home' and a significant calling.
Her initial foray into producing queer cinema includes the film 'Mujhe Jaan Na Kaho Meri Jaan,' featuring Tilottama Shome, which is slated for production this year. Tripathi also produced the well-received queer play 'Cock.'
Tripathi emphasizes the personal significance of these stories, stating, "If we want to see a certain kind of change, we have to start by being part of it." She advocates for narratives that are human, flawed, and familiar, whether they feature women or queer individuals, noting that impactful stories do not always need to be loud.
"This feels like the path I want to be on," Tripathi remarked, highlighting her commitment to backing women-led subjects and supporting queer voices with honesty. Meanwhile, she is also set to appear in 'Mirzapur-The Movie,' scheduled for release on September 4, 2026.
