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Women take the lead in OTT revolution

Published : Thursday, 12 November, 2026 at 9:06 AM

Observer Online Report

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Women are increasingly leading Hindi web series, moving beyond traditional supporting roles to become the driving force behind stories on OTT platforms.

Series such as Sushmita Sen's 'Aarya', Raveena Tandon's 'Aranyak' and Shefali Shah's 'Delhi Crime' feature women navigating crime, professional challenges and personal struggles.

The trend has also opened new opportunities for established actresses. Kajol plays a lawyer in 'The Trial', Madhuri Dixit portrays a troubled celebrity in 'The Fame Game', while Huma Qureshi leads the political drama 'Maharani'.

Meanwhile, series such as 'Girls Hostel' and 'Engineering Girls' explore young women's friendship, independence and ambitions.

From crime and politics to family and everyday life, OTT platforms are expanding the scope of female-led storytelling. Actresses are increasingly becoming the central figures who shape narratives and drive stories forward.

-AJM

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