This weekend, celebrate the spirit of women by indulging in some captivating and inspiring shows on Netflix. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, some lighthearted moments, or an escape from the real world, there’s something for everyone. Some recommendations:
- The Crown
'The Crown' should be at the top of anybody's list, as it is the story of a mother who gave up on her personal life for the responsibilities towards her people. We are talking about Queen Elizabeth, who was made queen at an early age, had two kids to look after, and was happy being a wife to a man who had also given up on his throne. But Queen Elizabeth decided to take on both responsibilities at an early age as a young mother after the sudden and shocking demise of her father, King George, due to illness.
'The Crown' chronicled the life of Queen Elizabeth, her sister, and later the new season showed Princess Diana. Her journey from being the subdued wife of Prince Charles to becoming the most talked-about princess in the history of the British Monarchy. Later, after her infamous divorce from Prince Charles, she took life under her control and became an inspiration for many. Even decades after her tragic death in the Paris tunnel accident, she is still remembered by all the women and young girls to date. Her fashion sense inspires many.
2. Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Next up on our list for you to binge watch would be 'Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story', a spin-off series of 'Bridgerton'. It came in between the first and second seasons of the hit period drama. Released in 2023, the show focused more on the younger days of Queen Charlotte (played by Golda Rosheuvel). The series has just six episodes, but all are gripping as they are prequels to the original series. The show is about the journey of how young Charlotte turned queen, and India Amarteifio is impressive as the young Charlotte. It also focuses more on mental health and racism. A must-watch for you, lovely ladies and young girls. The show was also nominated for Best Costume, Make-up, and Hair at the 75th International Emmy Awards.
3. The Queen's Gambit
This show is a must for any show watcher, and it will also make you want to play that one chess game. Reports are that after the release of 'The Queen's Gambit', the sale of chess sets across the world soared. Anya Taylor-Joy played the role of Beth Harmon, who is a chess prodigy. The show, which was released at peak COVID times in 2020, was a sleeper hit. Anya also won a Golden Globe Award for her performance as the chess player who reaches the top but also battles with drug and alcohol abuse. It was the story of a young orphan named Beth, who went on to defeat men in the game of chess in the 1960s. Try catching it for sure when you are in a mood to just sit back and enjoy some powerful stories of a woman’s willpower.
4. Gilmore Girls
Next up is the comedy drama Gilmore Girls, which is the story of a young single mom and her daughter Rory Gilmore. Though it is not your ideal much-loved mother-daughter duo, it is a rather dysfunctional one. The show ran for almost 7 seasons, and in all of them, the audience will get to see the changing lives and relationships of mother-daughter Lorelei Gilmore (Lauren Graham) and Rory Gilmore (Alexis Bledel). The show was loved for its funny one-liners and wit. Gilmore Girls was also named by Time Magazine as one of the 100 greatest TV shows.
5. Girlfriends
Well! Every girl needs her lifeline and her girlfriends in her life. And if you are a sucker for some friendship-oriented and lighthearted shows, then this one is for you. Girlfriends chronicled the lives of four friends played by Toni Childs, Maya Wilkes, Joan Clayton, and Lynn Searcy. It discussed all the issues that young girls face, from dating and ageing to the most sensitive racism, and how they handled them with intelligence and smartness. Above all, they knew how to maintain their friendship and not let it be affected by anything at all. They are just 20-minute episodes, so grab your popcorn tub and a soda can and just binge-watch them quickly.
Over and above Hollywood shows
Delhi Crime (Seasons 1 and 2)
If you are not an English show's fan, then Delhi Crime is for you. It shows the story of DCP Vartika Chaturvedi and how she handles the sensitive case of 2012 Delhi Gang rape. Vartika also keeps her personal life in mind, holds the fort at home, and doesn't put pressure on work to solve the deadly rape case at the earliest. The second season also showed how DCP Vartika caught the notorious Chaddi Banyan Gang. This crime-based show, which was first released in 2019, was the first Indian series to win Best Drama Series at the International Emmy Awards that year. The second season, which hit screens in 2022, earned Shefali Shah a nomination for the International Emmy Awards.
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