Mousmi ChouhanNew Delhi, March 7 -- As the world prepares to celebrate International Women's Day on March 8, Bollywood is witnessing a remarkable evolution in its storytelling. Women are no longer confined to dancing behind trees or limited to traditional supporting roles; they are stepping into the spotlight as spies, rebels, lawyers, and fighters, complex, fearless characters who confront injustice and shape their own destinies.

From action thrillers to courtroom dramas, recent films are spotlighting women who challenge societal norms, command attention, and drive the narrative forward. This shows that story writers are not broadening their vision while writing a script, highlighting recognition of women as agents of change and storytell...