Independent Lens

S23E11 Writing With Fire

In a media world largely controlled by men, the female reporters of Khabar Lahariya, India's pioneering all-women newspaper, courageously put their lives on the line to deliver political, social, and local stories through a distinctly female lens. Transforming from a grassroots initiative into a formidable independent media force, they challenge the status quo and reshape the narrative of power. This inspiring journey has garnered an Academy Award nomination.