4 Women-Oriented shows that created a stir in 2021

After years of being bombarded with two dimensional, eye candy female characters, creators are finally writing shows with multifaceted no-nonsense women who take charge of their own lives. Strong women portrayals on OTT platforms have gained an impetus in the last few years. Here are our top-picks of shows in 2021 with sassy women who taught us well.

Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam

Featuring some of the most vocal and unconventional actors like Sanam Saeed, Sarwat Gilani and Mehar Bano among others the show portrays courageous, bold women who decide to take charge of things when their limits are pushed. These women are fatal to patriarchy and go several extra miles to seek what they want at any cost. Adding to the female power, the show is created and directed by the critically acclaimed powerhouse, Meenu Gaur, who has made a mark in the male-dominated industry with her unconventional storytelling. A Zindagi original, Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam challenges the stereotypical portrayal of women who are often perceived as victims.

Cast - Sarwat Gilani, Sanam Saeed, Meher Bano, Beo Rana Zafar, Samiya Mumtaz, Faiza Gilani and Eman Suleman

Creator & Director - Meenu Gaur

Streaming on - Zee5

Aarya

Trust Sushmita Sen to make you want to get out of your bed and kick some ass. After the massive success of its first instalment, the show is back with a season 2. The show takes us through the journey of a powerless woman turning into a fearless lady.

Cast - Sushmita Sen, Vikas Kumar

Director - Ram Madhavani

Streaming on - Disney+ Hotstar

Masaba Masaba

The series is a scripted version of the life of Masaba Gupta and her mother, Neena Gupta who play themselves in the show. This is a must-watch series showcasing Masaba's family, her love life and her career as a fashion designer.

Cast - Masaba Gupta, Neena Gupta,

Director - Sonam Nair

Streaming on - Netflix

Four More Shots Please

Do not look further if you are looking for something to watch with your girl gang. The show takes us through how a group of long-time friends manage to keep their unbreakable bond of friendship intact while all of them go through their own personal tumultuous lives.

Cast - Sayani Gupta, Kirti Kulhari, Bani J., Maanvi Gagroo

Director - Anu Menon (Season 1); Nupur Asthana (Season 2)

Streaming on - Prime Video

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