Anupama Parameswaran, known for her successful films in Malayalam and Telugu, is all set to star in a female-centric movie titled Paradha. The actress, who gained popularity with films like Premam and A Aa, shared her thoughts on the challenges faced by women-led films in the industry.

In a recent interview, Anupama explained how female-centric films often struggle to find commercial success in theaters. According to her, audiences tend to prefer watching such films on OTT platforms, which can impact their performance at the box office. She highlighted that many women-led films, due to their lack of commercial viability, end up being released directly on streaming services instead of being given a theatrical release.

However, Anupama stressed the importance of supporting female-led movies in theaters, urging audiences to watch films like Arundhati and Bhaagamathie, which were huge successes. These films, she pointed out, proved that female-centric stories can resonate with a wide audience when given the right platform.

Speaking about her own film Paradha, Anupama mentioned that the movie has everything audiences expect from a film, except the usual action-packed fights associated with male heroes. She emphasized that Paradha is driven by a strong narrative and offers a fresh perspective in female-led cinema.

Anupama also shared her belief that female-centric films should follow a commercial format in order to succeed in theaters. She encouraged audiences to watch Paradha if they hear good reviews, as it combines a gripping story with compelling performances.

The cast of Paradha includes Darshana Rajendran, Rag Mayur, Sangitha Krish, Rajendra Prasad, and Harsha Vardhan. The film is directed by Praveen Kandregula and produced under the Ananda Media banner. As the industry continues to evolve, Anupama’s plea for support reflects the growing need to uplift women-centric narratives in cinema.