Indian cinema has often drawn from mythology and folklore to portray powerful goddesses, blending faith, mystery and supernatural elements with contemporary storytelling. From The Vvaan and Maa to Kumari, Tumbbad and Mookuthi Amman, these films and series explore divine feminine figures in strikingly different ways.

The Kala Ghoda Festival opened on January 31 to a stunning visual treat at YB Chavan Theatre with the Hindi play ‘Ek Kanth Vishpai’, which starred Mita Vashisht as Lord Shiva. The play depicts the common man’s daily struggles. Mid-Day’s Rane Ashish brings you glimpses