Indian cinema: History

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Vijayalakshmi was an Indian cinematographer and the first woman to hold this position in Indian cinema. She came from a family with a rich background in filmmaking, and her father and brother were also directors. Despite societal expectations at the time, Vijayalakshmi pursued her passion for cinematography and enrolled in film school. In 1985, she became the first woman in Asia to work with the inductive camera for movies. Her contribution to the industry opened doors for other women in cinematography and inspired a new generation of filmmakers.
 
Vijayalakshmi was an Indian cinematographer and the first woman to hold this position in Indian cinema. She came from a family with a rich background in filmmaking, and her father and brother were also directors. Despite societal expectations at the time, Vijayalakshmi pursued her passion for cinematography and enrolled in film school. In 1985, she became the first woman in Asia to work with the inductive camera for movies. Her contribution to the industry opened doors for other women in cinematography and inspired a new generation of filmmakers.
  
 
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‘Raja Harishchandra’ is touted to be the first Indian film. While making his film, Dadasaheb Phalke had to come across several challenges. The biggest one was to search for a woman who would be the heroine in the film. But no woman agreed to work in the film. Eventually, he had to make a male actor to enact for the female role. In this view, India’s first heroine was not a woman, but a man instead!
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So, you can imagine how difficult it was for women to usher a new era in Indian cinema. Had these women not broken stereotypes, Indian cinema would have never been a canvas for some of the finest performances given by women in the film industry.
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Celebrating International Women’s Day, here’s a tribute to five women who walked past the conventions and built a revolution of their own, pioneering Indian cinema into a new direction.
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02/6Durga Bai Kamat (1899 – May 17, 1997)
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Durga Bai Kamat was the first female actor in Indian cinema. She is known for being India’s first heroine who worked in the second film of Dadasaheb Phalke, 'Mohini Bhasmasur'. After Mohini, there was no stopping her. She acted in several movies after that! Her last film was Deepness (1980).
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03/6Fatima Begum (1892-1983)
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Fatima Begum was the first female director in Indian cinema. At first, she was a stage actress. But later on, she ended up both directing and acting in various plays. She opened her film company named Fatma. Her first film, ‘Bulbul Ae Paristaan’ was released in 1926. This film embarked India’s first female producer, director, and writer.
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04/6Jaddan Bai (1892 – April 8, 1949)
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Jaddan Bai was the first music director in Indian cinema. She was one of the greatest celebrities of her time. Famous people like Moti Lal Nehru were considered to be close to her. The legendary actress Nargis Dutt was her daughter.
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05/6Fearless Nadia (January 8, 1908 – January 9, 1996)
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Nadia was the first stunt women in Indian cinema. Nadia was born in Australia. She came to Mumbai with her father in 1913. Her name is derived from Hunter wali in 1935. At that time women on screen were perceived as shameful and Nadia was fighting on the screen against all odds. What was amazing that she was used to perform her own stunts. That’s why she is also called India’s first Stunt Woman.
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06/6Vijayalakshmi
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She is the first woman DOP in Indian cinema. Born in a family with a rich filmmaking background. her father and her brother were also directors. She became a D.O.P at that time when girls were not able to come out of the realm of the heroine or singer. Lakshmi went to film school and enrolled in cinematography. In 1985, she became the first woman in Asia to do camera works in movies using the inductive camera.
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Women in Indian cinema: Firsts

Women’s Day 2023: Lost in history! A look back at the ‘FIRSTS’ of Indian Cinema/ India Times- The Times of India/ Mar 8, 2023

The origins of Indian cinema can be traced back to Dadasaheb Phalke's 'Raja Harishchandra', which is considered to be the first Indian film. (See also Hiralal Sen ) However, the making of this groundbreaking film was not without its challenges. One of the biggest hurdles that Phalke had to overcome was finding a woman who was willing to play the heroine in the film.

Despite his best efforts, Phalke was unable to convince any woman to take on the role. Faced with no other option, he decided to cast a male actor in the part of the female lead. Thus, the first heroine in Indian cinema was not a woman, but a man in disguise.

This anecdote is a testament to the perseverance and ingenuity of early Indian filmmakers who had to navigate numerous obstacles to bring their visions to life. It also highlights the gender disparities that existed in the industry at the time and serves as a reminder of the progress that has been made towards gender equality in Indian cinema over the years.

Hence India Times- The Times of India has brought these firsts for us:


Durga Bai Kamat (1899 – May 17, 1997) Durga Bai Kamat was an Indian actress and the first female actor in Indian cinema. She made her debut in the second film of Dadasaheb Phalke, 'Mohini Bhasmasur'. After this, she acted in several movies and became a popular face in the industry. Her last film was Deepness, which was released in 1980. Kamat paved the way for other female actors in Indian cinema and will always be remembered for her contribution to the industry.

Fatima Begum (1892-1983) Fatima Begum was a pioneer in Indian cinema and the first female director in the industry. She was initially a stage actress and later went on to direct and act in various plays. In 1926, she released her first film, 'Bulbul Ae Paristaan', which marked India's first female producer, director, and writer. Fatima Begum's contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered and celebrated.

Fearless Nadia (January 8, 1908 – January 9, 1996) Fearless Nadia was an Australian-born Indian actress and stuntwoman. She made her debut in the film 'Hunterwali' in 1935 and went on to become the first stuntwoman in Indian cinema. Nadia performed her own stunts, which was a rare feat at that time, and her fearless attitude made her a beloved figure in the industry. She broke barriers and proved that women could be strong and capable on-screen.

Jaddan Bai (1892 – April 8, 1949) Jaddan Bai was an Indian singer and music director and the first woman to hold this position in Indian cinema. She was a celebrated figure in her time, and her talents were recognized by famous personalities such as Motilal Nehru. Jaddan Bai's legacy continued with her daughter, the legendary actress Nargis Dutt, who went on to become one of the most iconic figures in Indian cinema.

Vijayalakshmi Vijayalakshmi was an Indian cinematographer and the first woman to hold this position in Indian cinema. She came from a family with a rich background in filmmaking, and her father and brother were also directors. Despite societal expectations at the time, Vijayalakshmi pursued her passion for cinematography and enrolled in film school. In 1985, she became the first woman in Asia to work with the inductive camera for movies. Her contribution to the industry opened doors for other women in cinematography and inspired a new generation of filmmakers.

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