New Delhi, Oct 23 (IANS) Ruchi Joshi, co-director of the show “Imperfect”, feels “terribly sad” that traditionally there haven’t been enough stories with female protagonists. But she also says it’s not the gender of the character that matters as much as the story itself and the characters’ experiences.
“Traditionally, there haven’t been enough stories with female protagonists which is terribly sad since there is so much there to be explored. I am glad that slowly the mindset is changing and producers and distributors are becoming more open to women-centric stories,” Joshi told IANS.
“Also, new avenues have opened up which helps. I have written a few films that I plan to direct in the future and they are all about different characters, some men and some women. I have enjoyed each one equally.
“What I look to do with my stories is explore human condition. I am also prone to adding a twist of magic to the world in which they unfold. My point being that it is not the gender of the character that matters as much as the story itself and the characters’ experiences,” she added.
Vidhi Gulati, who has co-directed the show “Imperfect”, which will premiere on zoOm styled by Myntra & The Zoom Studios YouTube Channel on November 1, also said as a storyteller it does not matter if it’s the story of ‘Isha’ or ‘Ishaan’.
“Whether the protagonist is female or male is of little significance. As a director, what matters most is the overall quality of content, well etched out storyline, the operative genre, nuanced writing, interesting plot, distinguished characters, visual language and most importantly the scope to experiment.
“However, in this case (‘Imperfect’), the choice of protagonist is integral to the storyline. Her characteristic traits beautifully complement the story and the genre we are operating in. Hence, the obvious choice.”
Joshi described “Imperfect” as a coming-of-age show that tells the story of an “awkward young woman who has led a protected life, shielded from the vagaries of the world. But things are about to change, and how”.
Gulati added that the quirky drama spotlights the tumultuous expedition as she embarks upon a new journey. “What she discovers in this roller coaster ride of trial and tribulations, packed with tears and joy, camaraderie and solitude, failure and success is how to love herself the way she is. And how she transforms from a cocoon to a butterfly is for the viewer to discover”.
–IANS
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