8 Movies that Address Social Issues in India

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Zee Media Bureau
Aug 20, 2024

Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017)

A comedy-drama film directed by Shree Narayan Singh, a satirical take on sanitation issues in rural India, the film highlights the lack of toilets and the stigma associated with them, promoting the importance of hygiene and cleanliness.

Pad Man (2018)

Based on the true story of Arunachalam Muruganantham, "Pad Man" addresses the stigma surrounding menstruation and the lack of affordable sanitary products for women in rural India and is written and directed by R. Balki.

Article 15 (2019)

Based on the socio-political situation of India, the film tackles caste discrimination in India. It follows a young IPS officer as he investigates the brutal murder of two Dalit girls, exposing the deeply ingrained caste system.

Pink (2016)

A powerful drama about consent and women's rights, "Pink" highlights the issue of victim-blaming in sexual assault cases.

Peepli Live (2010)

The film highlights the issue of farmer suicides in India. It follows the media frenzy that ensues when a poor farmer announces his intention to commit suicide to secure financial support for his family.

Mulk (2018)

Produced and directed by Anubhav Sinha, a courtroom drama that explores the themes of religious intolerance and the discrimination Muslims face in India.

Udta Punjab (2016)

A gritty and hard-hitting film that addresses the rampant issue of drug abuse in the Indian state of Punjab and the various conspiracies surrounding it.

Chhapaak (2020)

A poignant film that addresses the issue of acid attacks in India, inspired by the real-life story of Laxmi Agarwal. The film follows Malti, a young woman who survives a brutal acid attack and embarks on a journey to seek justice and rebuild her life.

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