8 must-watch Shabana Azmi films on OTT

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Ankur - YouTube 

Directed by Shyam Benegal, 1974 film Ankur is Shabana Azmi’s debut film. She plays Laxmi in the film with bold narrative on societal dynamics

Arth - YouTube 

Mahesh Bhatt directed 1982 film Arth had the actress in the role of Kavita with quest for self-realisation and autonomy after knowing about husband’s infidelity 

Sparsh - Amazon Prime Video 

1980 film Sparsh is a beautiful narrative on true love and self-discovery. The actress plays Kavita, a school teacher, alongside Naseeruddin Shah

Masoom - Amazon Prime Video 

In 1983 film Masoom, Shabana plays Indu, a wife whose life changes with the entry of her husband’s illegitimate son. The film co-stars Naseeruddin Shah

Mandi - Amazon Prime Video

1983 film Mandi is another feather on the cap of the actress. Set in the brothel of a small town, the film highlights on complex societal constructs

Fire - Amazon Prime Video

Directed by Deepa Mehta, film Fire cannot be missed. This film sparked controversies and debates for fearlessly challenging societal norms and prejudices

Godmother - Disney+ Hotstar 

Godmother is a biographical drama film inspired from the life of Santokben Jadeja, who ran the Mafia operations in Gujarat

Paar - Amazon Prime Video

1984 film Paar is set in the rural India showcasing the journey of a couple as they confront oppression and exploitation. Shabana stunned in the role!