In an exclusive and engaging panel discussion at ‘The Hollywood Reporter India’s - Women in Entertainment: Power List 2025’, held on March 21st at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai, renowned personalities from the industry came together to share their insights. At the event, Hook had the exclusive opportunity to meet with some stellar women, including Tejasswi Prakash, Aditi Rao Hydari, Tillotama Shome and many more.
The event was also graced by celebrated figures like Kiran Rao, Aditi Rao Hydari, Janhvi Kapoor and Guneet Monga, with author and journalist Anupama Chopra moderating the discussion. The conversations highlighted the importance of authenticity and audience connection in the entertainment industry.
Panelists reflected on their careers, discussing the delicate balance between commercial cinema and meaningful content that resonates with a broader audience. The discussion shed light on the challenges women face in a male-dominated industry, emphasizing the need for resilience and composure in the face of criticism.
At the event, Hook had an exclusive chat with actor Konkona Sen for our series - ‘What’s the Question? - Rapid Edition’. The series explores the essence of being a celebrity - the journey to stardom, living under the constant lens of the paparazzi, women in Bollywood, and the impact on the consumers of celebrity content.
Women who inspire her
When asked to give a shout-out to a woman who truly inspires her, the actor found it difficult to pick just one. She said, “It’s a very difficult question because I’m in a room full of inspiring women.”
Breaking the ‘Morally Good’ Stereotype
When asked about stereotypes in female characters that she finds frustrating as both an audience member and an actor, she pointed out an unnecessary expectation placed on women in film.
The ‘Wake Up Sid’ actor said, “Very often, women are portrayed as morally good and well-behaved, with a certain sense of moral propriety. I think that’s an unnecessary burden to put on women.”
She further added, “Women on screen should be allowed to be outrageous, to make bad decisions, and to behave badly”.
‘Severance’ to ‘White Lotus’ Konkona's watchlist
When asked for a movie recommendation, the ‘Lipstick Under My Burkha’ actor revealed that she’s currently eager to finish a few shows. She shared, “I’m waiting to finish ‘Severance’, ‘White Lotus’, and ‘Adolescence’.”
