Mumbai, Oct. 10 -- Indian cinema has always found its most powerful moments when women characters refuse to stay silent. From breaking away from toxic relationships to taking on systems much larger than themselves, these roles have not just redefined storytelling but also shaped conversations in society. While Yami Gautam Dhar's upcoming performance in Haq is poised to join this legacy, here's a look at 5 path-breaking roles that proved women on screen can spark revolutions

1. Shabana Azmi in Arth

Mahesh Bhatt's Arth gave Indian cinema one of its most defining portrayals of a woman reclaiming her dignity. Shabana Azmi's Pooja doesn't collapse under betrayal; she chooses independence, reshaping how audiences saw women on screen.

2. Vidy...