7 actors who gave memorable performances as on-screen mothers

Being a mother is never an easy task and what’s even more difficult is to define a mother and her love. This Mother’s Day let’s take a look at 7 on-screen mothers from our favourite web series who took everyone by storm with their remarkable performances. 

Sushmita Sen in Aarya

A family with deep rooted secrets, a mafia gang, a drug racket, and a mother who sets on a mission to protect her children when a tragedy turns her life upside down. Sushmita Sen perfectly steps into the shoes of Aarya Sareen and takes the screen by fire with her strong and feisty persona. Stricken by a major tragedy, Aarya is like a lioness determined to tackle any problem that comes in the way of her children. Sushmita Sen has given an exceptional performance as a fierce mother.

Streaming on: Disney+ Hotstar

Sarwat Gilani in Churails

Directed and written by Asim Abbasi, Churails is a story of 4 ordinary women who fight the odds of patriarchy. Essayed by Sarwat Gilani the character of Sara Khan is the perfect definition of a feisty, feminist, strong mother. A mother of three, Sara has forgotten what it’s like to live for herself. The show journeys through Sara’s life as she finds her purpose for life while she learns to love herself as much as she loves her kids.

Streaming on: Zindagi on ZEE5

Geetanjali Kulkarni in Gullak

Gullak, one of the most talked shows of recent time revolves around the typical middle class family of Mishras. Making a prominent mark, the very relatable character of Shanti Mishra portrayed by Geetanjali Kulkarni has left the audience in splits. With her impeccable sarcastic replies and warm actions expressing her love, Shanti is like every Indian mother, bahar se sakt, andar se naram.

Streaming on: SonyLiv

Neena Gupta in Masaba Masaba

A Netflix original Masaba Masaba is a biographical drama featuring the mother-daughter duo of Neena Gupta and Masaba Gupta. Directed by Sonam Nair, the series portrays the bitter sweet life of Neena and Masaba with a twist. Fun, quirky, understanding and all things sassy, Neena is a mother every child should have. Living her life on her own terms and bringing up her daughter by herself in a patriarchal world, Neena’s character has perfectly represented single mothers and the struggles they go through.

Streaming on: Netflix

Beo Rana Zafar in Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam

They say nothing can defeat a mother’s love, and Qatil Haseenaon Ke Naam’s Massey Ma proves just that. Played by Beo Rana Zafar, Massey Ma is adamant on saving her daughter from the claws of the society. She won’t refuse to go to any lengths to do what’s needed if it means her daughter will stay away from harm. Her fight and determination will leave everyone spellbound.

Streaming on: Zindagi on ZEE5

Karisma Kapoor in Mentalhood

Starring Karisma Kapoor in the lead, Mentalhood is a must watch for all. For ages we have been romanticising the idea of a “perfect mother” “a mother’s sacrifices” and this show sheds light on this very critical issue in a light-hearted way. Played by Karisma Kapoor, Miera Sharma a former Miss Kanpur moves to Mumbai to set up her own ‘modern family’. Giving up on her aspirations and dreams, she tries to give her kids the best life possible. With three young kids and an unappreciative husband, Miera shows us how it’s okay to be perfectly imperfect.

Streaming on: ZEE5

Saba Qamar in Baaghi

Inspired by true events, Baaghi is an ode to all the mothers fighting for their rights against the system. Fauzia’s character is a real inspiration to the single mothers of our society. It gives us a glimpse into the struggles that single mothers have to overcome. The character is an epitome of strength as she fights for the custody of her child and faces all challenges headstrong.

Streaming on: Zindagi on ZEE5