06 March 2026, Mumbai – This Women’s Day, Ultra Play OTT invites audiences to celebrate strength, resilience, and change with a specially curated watchlist of films that showcase powerful women on screen. From fearless queens and determined mothers to quiet rebels and social change makers, these stories inspire and linger long after the credits roll.
Here’s the curated list to stream this March 8:
- MOM (2017)
Sridevi’s final leading role remains one of her most unforgettable performances. Playing a mother seeking justice, she delivered a nuanced and emotionally intense portrayal, earning a posthumous National Award for Best Actress. The film exemplifies a mother’s unbreakable resolve. - Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi (2019)
Kangana Ranaut embodied the courage and leadership of Rani Lakshmibai in this historical epic. Kangana also co-directed portions of the film, making it a rare example of an actress leading both on-screen and behind the camera. - Roja (1992)
Madhoo’s performance as a young woman navigating love and conflict added depth to Mani Ratnam’s classic. A.R. Rahman’s debut soundtrack became legendary, mirroring Roja’s enduring on-screen strength. - Lipstick Under My Burkha (2017)
This bold film follows four women reclaiming their desires and agency. Konkona Sen Sharma’s layered performance stood out, and despite facing certification hurdles, the film sparked national debate about women’s narratives in cinema. - Prem Rog (1982)
Padmini Kolhapure’s role in Raj Kapoor’s directorial addressed widow remarriage at a time when the topic was rarely discussed. The film remains a landmark social reform drama centred on a woman’s dignity. - Khoon Bhari Maang (1988)
Rekha’s transformation from a betrayed wife to a woman seeking justice became one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic revenge arcs, earning her a Filmfare Award and enduring popularity. - Pad Man (2018)
While focused on a male protagonist, the film highlights menstrual hygiene and women’s health, with pivotal roles played by Radhika Apte and Sonam Kapoor to normalise the conversation. - Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017)
Bhumi Pednekar’s character refuses unsafe sanitation practices, driving change within her family and community. Inspired by real initiatives under the Swachh Bharat Mission, the film shows how everyday resistance can spark reform.
This Women’s Day, Ultra Play OTT celebrates films where women are not just participants but catalysts for change. From historical courage to social transformation, these titles reflect the many dimensions of womanhood in Indian cinema. Stream these stories exclusively on Ultra Play OTT this March 8.
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