Lipstick Under My Burkha

Lipstick Under My Burkha

It takes balls to be a woman.

2017 · 116 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy, Drama

Four ordinary women, inflicted by silly societal norms, have to steal, lie, cheat and hide in order to lead the lives that they rightfully deserve.

Directed by Alankrita Shrivastava · Written by Alankrita Shrivastava

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