The world has moved forward. Humans are now traveling to space regularly, making innovations in science and also these days using artificial intelligence (AI) to ease life. But do Indian women, from poor to middle class, fall in the category of humans?
This question has been raised several times in the past given different circumstances or contexts, but has anyone ever thought about it deeply driving towards the answer? Probably not, and this is the only reason why yet again the same question has been raised by a recently released movie named ‘Mrs.’ starring actress Sanya Malhotra.
The movie which was released on the 7th of February on the Zee5 OTT platform is a remake of the original Malayalam movie named ‘The Great Indian Kitchen’ starring actress Nimisha Sajayan and actor and comedian Suraj Venjaramoodu. The movie “Mrs.” is directed by Arati Kadav.
It unapologetically takes the viewers through the life of Indian women who are promised a happy married life, without the faintest idea that they are not marrying a man but being married off to his family’s kitchen.
Plot of Mrs
The movie follows the story of Richa (Sanya Malhotra), who moves in with her husband, Diwakar (Nishant Dahiya) a doctor. Initially, she is excited to start her new life and embraces her role as a wife. However, soon she realize that her life in not what she had envisioned. Her marital home quickly transforms into a cage.
Diwakar goes to the clinic every day, attends patients, returns home, has food, and goes to bed, always making sure he has performed the chore of sex with the sole intention of getting his wife pregnant as soon as possible, without even pausing to observe if the wife wants it or not. He just assumes that since she is the wife, being the object of sex is her duty, no questions asked, no objections made – a duty just like the kitchen chores, sorting his wardrobe and placing his fresh pressed clothes ready on the bed for him to wear the next morning.
His father, Ashwin Kumar, played by renowned actor Kanwaljit Singh sits back at home, demands various types of typical Indian dishes from his wife, and tends to relax in his life after spending years in the medical field.
The patriarch father-in-law has some questionable beliefs, and habits, and he expects the women of the household to meet his expectations, to the extent that he doesn’t even bend down to get his own shoes. His wife does that for him, perfectly synchronizing her activities to meet the timing of his need for shoes with rocket science precision.
Meanwhile, the newlywed confused bride Richa observes the comforts and luxuries adopted by the father-son duo in the name of living normal lives.
She is criticized for making use of a food processor while cooking, unintentionally delaying lunch timings, demanding a maid for basic cleaning purposes, and so on. The male duo in the house doesn’t stop there as she puts up her wish to resume her career in dancing.
What makes the movie different?
The film’s strength lies in its meticulous depiction of the subtle oppression of Richa’s sense of self. It’s not about dramatic confrontation or cruelty, but rather constant, insidious pressure on Richa. The film excels to portraying the claustrophobia of Richa’s existence, both physically and emotionally.
“Mrs.” is not without the flaws. Some might find the film too slow, or it doesn’t offer a solution at the end. The film focuses on the internal struggles of the protagonist. It’s a film that stays with you even after the end credits have rolled, prompting you to think about it deeply.
Few important things the movie talks about:
Patriarchy: The film highlights the deep-rooted patriarchy that still exists in many societies and the impact it has on women’s life.
Gender inequality: The film sheds light on the gender inequality that persists in many aspect of life, including marriage, family and work. Women are often do not get the basic rights and freedoms.
Self-discovery: This film also talks about Richa’s self-discovery. It talks about her journey to find her voice and worth. It is about breaking free from societal norms and defining her own identity.
“Mrs.” is not just a movie , it’s a movement. It is a call to action for all of us to challenge the patriarchal norms that hold women back. It is a movie that make you think and feel.
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Tiyasa is an enthusiastic journalist with a passion for uncovering the truth and stating them in a compelling story. Whether it's chasing a breaking news story or crafting a deeply researched feature, she believes in the power of words to inform, entertain, and inspire. Apart from writing, she has a passion for learning different languages. When not chasing the deadlines, you can find her engrossed in either books or drama or listening to music, maybe even brainstorming for her next article over a cup of coffee.
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