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Manoj Bajpayee Sees Female Stars Leading
30 Oct
Summary
- Manoj Bajpayee notes a steady rise of female protagonists in Bollywood.
- He cites Vidya Balan and Kajol as examples of this industry shift.
- OTT platforms have increased opportunities for women-led stories.
Actor Manoj Bajpayee has commented on the evolving landscape of Bollywood, asserting that women have been steadily leading films for a considerable period. He pointed to the success of actresses like Vidya Balan and Kajol as evidence of this ongoing transformation.
Bajpayee explained that while the change is gradual, it is undeniably happening and represents a positive shift for the industry. He further noted that the rise of Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms has amplified the frequency of women-led projects, largely because these ventures typically involve less financial risk than theatrical releases.
Beyond female-centric films, Bajpayee also observed that OTT services have created significant new avenues for male actors who previously struggled to find substantial roles in mainstream cinema. These platforms are now offering them greater respect and opportunities, enhancing their careers and personal comfort.
Actresses such as Vidya Balan have spearheaded numerous successful women-centric films, including 'The Dirty Picture' and 'Kahaani'. Kajol has also been instrumental in films featuring complex female characters like 'Helicopter Eela' and 'The Trial'. Bajpayee was most recently featured in the suspense thriller 'Gajab Raat', which premiered on Netflix on October 23.
