The Silent Rebellion: A Deep Dive into Lipstick Under My Burkha (2017)
Set in the crowded bylanes of Bhopal, the film follows the intertwined lives of four women from different generations, each carrying a secret desire: Usha "Buaji" (Ratna Pathak Shah):
Story and themes
The story revolves around two middle-aged women, Deepa (Konkona Sen Sharma) and Bhadra (played by another actress, but I couldn't find exact info), living in a conservative society in Bhopal, India. Both are struggling with their personal lives and societal expectations. Deepa wants to participate in a beauty pageant, while Bhadra dreams of traveling and experiencing life beyond her marriage.
Won the Audience Award at the Glasgow Film Festival.
Nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Film (Critics).
Konkona Sen Sharma won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress (Critics) for her performance.
