Ziddi Girls Story: Amazon Prime Video’s Ziddi Girls follows the journey of five freshmen at Matilda House College. With the support of student leaders, these young women face challenges, push boundaries, defy expectations, and fight for what they believe in. The title, “Ziddi” (meaning “brave”), is a perfect reflection of the show’s core theme, as these girls strive to prove themselves against all odds.
Ziddi Girls Review: If you were inspired by Sanya Malhotra’s portrayal of self-love in Mrs., then Ziddi Girls, directed by Shonali Bose, takes that message a step further, encouraging young women to stand up for themselves in a larger societal context. Both Mrs. and Ziddi Girls share a similar theme: young women challenging societal norms and being targeted for it—a reality all too familiar in today’s world where cases of sexual harassment and eve-teasing are on the rise.
Set in the prestigious Matilda House College in Delhi, the series introduces a group of freshmen who are eager to pursue their dreams. The drama unfolds when the students’ leaders show a French sex education film to the new students, which sparks controversy after one of the freshmen records and shares it on social media, causing it to go viral. The student leaders are accused of showing pornography, but Paro, the leader, defends the movie as simply a French sex-ed film.
The principal, who stands by her students, ultimately resigns to make way for a new principal. This new authority figure tries to impose stricter rules, including a 7 pm curfew for the girls, stifling their freedom. This sets off a wave of resistance from the students, as they refuse to remain passive in the face of oppression. They fight for their right to live freely, stand against injustice, and push back when their autonomy is challenged.
The series highlights not only the struggles of young women but also the betrayal they can face. In one particularly heart-wrenching moment, a mentor exploits a student by humiliating her in front of a large audience, ignoring her dignity. The revenge sought by the student leaders sparks further harassment by members of a respected institution who oppose their actions.
As the story progresses, Paro is physically harmed during the conflict and must undergo treatment. This serves as a stark reminder of the real-life instances of injustice, such as the ongoing Kolkata RG Kar Medical College rape case. The series concludes with the girls facing another attack by the same powerful association, with the new principal and professors fighting to protect their students.
Cast and Production: The cast of Ziddi Girls includes Atiya Tara Nayak, Umang Bhadana, Zaina Ali, Deeya Damini, and Anupriya Caroli, alongside renowned actors like Simran, Nandita Das, Nandish Singh Sandhu, Lillete Dubey, and Revathy. The series is produced by Pritish Nandy under Pritish Nandy Communications Ltd.
Ziddi Girls Verdict: Directed by Shonali Bose, Neha Veena Sharma, and Vasant Nath, Ziddi Girls is a compelling narrative about the strength of boldness and resilience. It urges young women to continue dreaming and fighting for their rights, regardless of the obstacles they may face. Just like Sanya Malhotra’s Mrs., Ziddi Girls delivers a powerful message about defiance and the will to break barriers. It’s a must-watch for anyone seeking inspiration and courage, now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
