In this episode of The Male Feminist, Pratibha Ranta shares her inspiring journey from a small-town girl to a rising star in Bollywood. Starting her career as a TV actress, Pratibha worked hard to land roles in major projects like Laapata Ladies and Heeramandi. She talks about what it was like to work with big names in the industry, including Aamir Khan, Kiran Rao, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Pratibha gives us a glimpse into her life in the film world and the challenges she faced along the way.

Pratibha also opens up about her childhood in Shimla, a beautiful town where she grew up. She discusses the culture shocks she experienced when she moved to Mumbai, especially the late-night parties, which were very different from her life back home. She shares how her dadi (grandmother), who was a teacher when women weren’t allowed to step out of the house, inspired her. Her dadi always encouraged the girls in the family to get an education, and this had a big impact on Pratibha.

Pratibha also talks about her mother’s role in supporting the family. Her mother helped her father with his business, often putting aside her own joys of motherhood to ensure the family’s well-being. This conversation shows the strength and sacrifices of the women in Pratibha’s life, who continue to inspire her today.

Join us in this episode as Pratibha Ranta talks about breaking barriers, facing challenges, and staying true to herself in the ever-changing entertainment industry. This is an episode filled with insights, inspiration, and heartfelt stories.