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Kriti Sanon Hails Bhansali's Commitment to Female-Led Cinema with 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'
22 Aug
Summary
- Kriti Sanon praises Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' for its scale and vision
- Excitement builds for Bhansali's upcoming film 'Love & War' with Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky
- Sanon emphasizes the need for more filmmakers to back female-led projects
In a recent statement, National Award-winning actress Kriti Sanon has expressed her admiration for filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and his critically acclaimed film 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'. Sanon praised the film's scale and vision, emphasizing the need for more filmmakers to take risks on female-led projects and treat them with the same cinematic extravagance usually reserved for male-centric stories.
Released in 2022, 'Gangubai Kathiawadi' starred Alia Bhatt in the titular role and went on to win five National Awards, cementing its place as one of the most successful and impactful female-led films in recent years. Sanon highlighted how Bhansali's treatment of the story, from the budget to the cinematography, elevated the film to a larger-than-life experience, something that is often lacking in female-driven narratives.
Looking ahead, anticipation is already building for Bhansali's next ambitious project, 'Love & War'. The film marks a collaboration between some of Bollywood's biggest names – Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal – and is set to hit theatres on March 20, 2026. Sanon's remarks echo a larger sentiment within the industry, emphasizing the need for more filmmakers and studios to back such stories without hesitation.
