Gender Cinema and Society

This book offers a comprehensive analysis through both theoretical insights and empirical data concerning the intricate relationship between gender, cinema, and society, particularly how it perpetuates gender subordination. In contemporary society, this topic is evolving and complex, exploring how films portray, reinforce, and sometimes confront cultural norms, identities, and power dynamics related to gender. To raise awareness and encourage conversation about representation and social change, it is crucial to critically examine how Indian cinema perpetuates gender subordination and cultural hegemony. There is an ongoing discourse among academics, cultural and gender studies, activists and filmmakers regarding the potential of cinema as a means of contesting and altering gender norms within Indian society.

Dr. Pooja Rai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sociology at Ismail National Mahila P.G. College in Meerut. Her research interests encompass a broad spectrum within the field of Social Sciences, focusing particularly on Sociological Theory, Development Discourse, Gender Studies, Media and Society, Social Exclusion, and emerging concepts. She has actively participated and presented in numerous national and international seminars, conferences, and symposiums, showcasing her dedication to academic discourse and research dissemination. Dr. Pooja Rai has also contributed significantly to scholarly literature with seven papers published in national and international journals. In 2022, she edited a book titled "Gender Studies: A Multidisciplinary Approach," which adds to her academic contributions and influence in the field. Additionally, Dr. Pooja Rai has shared her expertise beyond her home institution by serving as a resource person at other academic institutions. This role involves delivering lectures and sharing her insights on sociology and various social issues, further establishing her as a respected voice in her field.