Cinema is progressing very rapidly. The rise of contemporary films has breathed life into some marvelous women centric persona. Female leads are no longer portrayed as just glamorous substance. But rather a meaty role.
Females are showcasing their talent in every domain. Be it Directing, writing, singing or acting. Female protagonists have given some really power packed and blockbuster performances and received lot of appreciation.
Noted actresses have given the message that man can no longer dominate a woman and inspired common women to voice their opinions.
Let us see some of the women centric films which broke the stereotype of submissive and delicate image of woman.
Kaahani
Vidya Balan showed that when a women is determined to achieve something then no force can stop her from achieving what she wants.
Queen
Kangana Ranaut broke the typical image of an ideal small town girl. Her broken marriage leaves her helpless but her stubbornness to go on her honeymoon alone gifts her newly discovered version of herself.
Raazi
Alia Bhatt changed the image of meek and voiceless women and proved that when it is the question of one’s motherland, a woman can take any form. 
English Vinglish
Sridevi takes a stand for herself due to the taunts received from her family as she cnt speak English. She fights all odds in an alien place and successfully masters English language to gain her lost value.
Neerja
Sonam Kapoor has portrayed the role of brave flight attendant Neerja Bhanot, who died while saving the passengers on the aircraft which was hijacked. Sonam as Neerja depicted a woman’s action during crises and her daredevil moves.
Padmavat
It was the most controversial film of 2018. Deepika padukone as valiant warrior princess Padmavati brilliantly depicted the clever plans she undertakes to save her kingdom and refusal to surrender oneself to other man by committing Self Immolation (Johar).
Mom
Sridevi showcased the tough side of a women. The film is about a power of mother who can go to any extent when it is the question of her daughter’s dignity. It is dark and brutal movie which speaks volumes on mother’s unconditional love.
Highway
Alia Bhatt has flawlessly depicted “aloofness”. In spite of having everything in life she finds bliss in her journey of freedom and doesn’t wish to return back to materialistic world.
Mardaani
Rani Mukherji has rendered the role of gutsy police officer, who embarks on the journey to wash crime from society. She takes stand for right people even if it requires to fight the evils single handedly.
Nil Battey Sannata
It is about suppression of dreams due to financial crises. Swara Bhaskar’s immaculate performance as a single mother encouraging her daughter to continue her education despite the hurdles is commendable. The film perfectly conveys that every person is equitable to aspire without regard to one’s shallow status.