Re-examining the Evolving Role of Women in Society: A Comparative Analysis of Veruthe Oru Bharya and The Great Indian Kitchen
Cinema has always been a powerful medium to reflect social realities. Through stories, characters, and emotions, films often mirror the values, struggles, and expectations present in society. When it comes to the representation of women, cinema does more than entertain—it reveals deeply rooted cultural norms and changing attitudes. This article examines how women are portrayed in two Malayalam films, Veruthe Oru Bharya and The Great Indian Kitchen , and how these portrayals reflect the evolution of women’s roles within society. Women and Domestic Identity in Cinema In many traditional films, women are portrayed primarily as wives and mothers whose lives revolve around the household. Silence, obedience, and sacrifice are often shown as ideal feminine qualities. Women who question these roles are frequently depicted as problematic or rebellious. Veruthe Oru Bharya reflects this traditional perspective. The film presents the life of Bindhu, a wife and mother whose e...