Sakshi and Sanya to Masaba and Fatima, Netflix unveils titles with female protagonists on Women's Day

Several female-centric films and roles are set for release putting the emphasis on female narratives and plotlines in today’s world. A number of forthcoming shows and movies are featuring strong female protagonists that are sure to impress audiences. From Madhuri Dixit's comeback with The Fame Game on Netflix to Masaba Masaba S2, the audience is in for a multi-layered experience.

This year, in celebration of International Women’s Day, Netflix also revealed the first looks of its fan favorite films and series due to release later this year. Witness the first looks of some of the most awaited characters below!

Catch the first looks here:

Kathal

A woman-led dramedy, set in a small town, revolves around a local politician whose prized jackfruits (Kathals) go missing and a young police officer, played by Sanya Malhotra, who is adamant to solve this bizarre case to prove herself. Kathal is the directorial debut of Yashowardhan Mishra, who has also written the film along with the veteran, award winning writer Ashok Mishra.

Thar 

Inspired by Western Noir genres, Thar is set in the eighties and essays the story of Siddharth - played by Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor. Shifting to Pushkar for a job, Siddharth embarks on a journey to avenge his past. Will he succeed or does Pushkar have something else to offer him?

Mai 

Following a personal tragedy, Sheel, a docile, 47yearold wife-and-mother, finds herself accidentally entangled in a web of white-collar crime and dirty politics pushing her into a rabbit hole of violence that forever changes her and the world she inhabits. 

Qala 

Qala is a story about a daughter who craves her mother’s love.

Masaba Masaba S2 

It’s a tough world, but Masaba and Neena Gupta are tougher. The mess is over, and this time the plan is world domination. Masaba goes in front of the cameras, and Neenaji decides to go behind them. All the while dealing with new loves, old loves, and some impossible loves. Both women take their careers, image, friendships and lovers, into their own hands and try to turn everything around.

She 2  

After swearing her allegiance to drug-lord Nayak, Bhumi must walk the dangerous line  between siding with the police or with him, while simultaneously exploring her newfound liberation, as Nayak’s larger plan unfolds.

Which one are you waiting for?