Dealing with the male gaze while traveling solo: A perspective from Roopa Rao
When she made the much-acclaimedGantumoote, director Roopa Rao was clear that the story had to encapsulate the life’s journey of her protagonists. While fans of the film are still hung over its afte...
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Director Roopa Rao, known for her acclaimed film Gantumoote, aimed to portray the life journey of her characters. While fans are still reeling from the impact of Gantumoote, Roopa has revealed her next project, Gochara, clarifying that it is not a sequel but has a connection to the previous film. She describes Gochara as a story of a woman's solo travels inspired by her own experiences and existential questions. Roopa emphasizes that it's the societal perceptions of women traveling alone that pose challenges, rather than the act itself. Through her protagonist's journey across India, she aims to empower women and challenge traditional gender norms.