A bold and thought-provoking coming-of-age drama, Girls Will Be Girls is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. With an IMDb rating of 7.1, this film stands out not only for its bold concept but also for the emotional depth it brings to the screen.
Directed by Shuchi Talati, the film revolves around Meera, a teenage girl studying at a Himalayan border school in North India. As she navigates adolescence, Meera finds herself torn between societal rules, internal desires, and her mother’s expectations. Her mother, Anila, though loving, often ends up becoming an obstacle to Meera’s emotional freedom. This clash becomes the central conflict — a realistic portrayal of the complexities in a mother-daughter bond during the teenage years.
Though the film addresses bold themes related to female adolescence, it handles them with maturity, subtlety, and sensitivity. There’s no space for vulgarity, and each scene serves the purpose of the narrative.
Girls Will Be Girls has been screened at eight international film festivals and has bagged over five prestigious awards. The movie premiered on Amazon Prime Video on December 18, 2023, and entered the platform’s Top 10 list within 24 hours of release — a rare feat for an indie OTT release.
Available in Hindi, English, and Malayalam, the film is not just entertainment but a conversation starter — especially for parents and teenagers. It gives a refreshing, honest look into female adolescence, emotional maturity, and the desire for self-expression.
Adding to the credibility, the film is backed by Ali Fazal (Mirzapur) and Richa Chadha (Inside Edge), marking their debut OTT production venture. Their initiative focuses on narratives that challenge societal norms and explore unspoken truths.
