Preity Zinta, the lead actress from the film 'Veer-Zaara'

Some of the most ground-breaking women-centric characters are exemplified with resilience, strength, passion but mostly their uncompromising spirits. Each of these characters define strength and lead with an example. From walking shoulder-to-shoulder with the male counterparts in the films, their characters are independent, graceful and intimidating – all at the same time.

In the classic love legend 'Veer-Zaara' (2004), the two powerful women characters are iconic in their own ways. Rani Mukerji’s character (Saamiya) has a never-give-up attitude which is visible in her determination to fight for justice, being a lawyer. On the other hand, Preity Zinta’s character (Zaara) lives life on her own terms when everyone is trying to control her decisions. Despite the separation, her unconditional love for Veer played by Shah Rukh Khan makes her return to India where she fulfils his dream of running a girl’s school. This beautiful story is based on faith, the power of love, patience and self-determination.