Mother's Day 2022: From Sridevi to Vidya Balan, onscreen 'moms' who defied stereotypes with strong characters

On Mother's Day 2022, watch these Bollywood moms defy the obstacles and enthral us with their stunning performances.

Bollywood has always attempted to portray the concept of a "mother" in a variety of ways. She was originally depicted as someone who was always charged with bringing peace and love to her family. Mothers in Bollywood are now playing more evolutionary roles, a trend that is still evident in most film protagonists.

Mothers in Bollywood films are now more free-spirited and open-minded in their attitude as they strive to secure the well-being of their families and themselves, breaking through these barriers.

Here are seven Bollywood mothers who overcame the odds to enthral us with their powerful performances on Mother's Day 2022.

4. English Vinglish (2012)

Shashi, the protagonist of this narrative, runs a tiny snack business. She enrols in an English class to avoid her husband and children mocking her English abilities.

5. Mom (2017)

Sridevi plays a furious mother in Mom, who sets out to destroy the lives of four culprits who got away with it after sexually assaulting her stepdaughter at a party. "Devki," her persona, is an incredible portrayal of thrilling strength. However, the beauty of this performance is that it isn't just a collection of fantastic moments; it's her entire character growth and presence that speak eloquently.

Other hon'ble mentions : Aishwarya Rai in Jazbaa, Khirron Kher in Dostana, Revathy in Margarita with a straw, Tabu in Drishyam & Vidya Balan in Paa.

- Aishwarya Vasudevan, OTT play