6 social drama films to watch before Phule releases

Arshi Khanam

Phule release

The captivating biopic on Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule titled Phule is set to release on April 25. It stars Pratik Gandhi and Patralekha in the titular roles.

Social dramas

Ahead of Phule's theatrical release, take a look at other films based on social issues that demands a change.

Pad Man (ZEE5)

The plot follows a devoted entrepreneur, who makes low-cost sanitary pads to raise menstrual awareness. It features Akshay Kumar as the eponymous lead.

Thappad (Prime Video)

Taapsee Pannu's drama film revolves around a house wife who battles societal norms and spouse abuse after getting slapped by her husband.

Bheed (Netflix)  

Rajkummar Rao plays a troubled cop who grapples with the viral pandemic as mass hysteria takes over.   

Dor (YouTube)

This emotionally-charged film revolves two women who fight their own battle against fate amid social stereotypes. 

Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (ZEE5)

Akshay Kumar and Bhumi Pednekar's drama film reflects on the unhygienic sanitation conditions in India and demands a social change.

Laapataa Ladies (Netflix)

Kiran Rao's comedy drama film revolves around two newly-wed brides as they are switched on a train journey. It sheds light on various social issues like gender bias and traditions.