National Girl Child Day: Actresses Who Turned ‘Being a Girl’ Into Their Strength

Vidya Balan - Through films like Kahaani, The Dirty Picture & Sherni, she placed strong, thoughtful women at the center

Kajol - in films like Dushman and Fanaa, she showed how a woman can be strong in every role

rani mukerji - With films like Black, Mardaani, and Hichki, she gave a new definition to female power

Kangana Ranaut - From Queen to Tanu Weds Manu, she portrayed women who chart their own life paths

janhvi kapoor - From Dhadak to Gunjan Saxena & Mili, she chose roles that are emotionally strong

alia bhatt - she nailed sensitive yet incredibly strong characters in Highway, Raazi, and Gangubai Kathiawadi

Deepika Padukone - Through films like Chhapaak & Padmaavat, she presented examples of courage & dignity

Taapsee Pannu - In films like Pink & Thappad, she gave a voice to women who refuse to stay silent & question injustice

Madhuri Dixit - she aced powerful, women-centric roles in Gulaab Gang, Lajja, and Mrs. Deshpande