Bulbbul: Not Just Another Feminist Tale

Abstract

Feminism has always been a relevant topic of discussion, irrespective of various forces trying to subdue it, accusing it of being overused and cliché. However, atrocities against women have failed to cease and it still thrives through multiple forms in popular media. In a country like India, religion and religious customs have always been an excuse for the patriarchal to treat women poorly. One such narrative that has recently been released is Bulbbul by Anvita Dutt, which was released online via Netflix. The movie shows the intricate linings of a rich Bengali manor and the position that women occupy in these household. Along with the issue of patriarchy, the movie also shows glimpses into a more ecological issue that exists in the globe today- the alarm of habitat loss. This paper aims to unveil the ecological aspect to the film Bulbbul. The audience sees not only the plight and experiences of a young girl married to a rich household, but also the stark reality that is the crisis of habitat loss that is faced by animals- here, a bird of the same name- worldwide due to the selfish activities of man.