Heroines

Heroines by Ira Mukhoty brings to life the stories of eight remarkable women spanning centuries, from mythological figures like Draupadi and Radha to historical icons such as Rani Laxmibai, Jahanara Begum, and Begum Hazrat Mahal.

These women—daughters, wives, courtesans, mothers, queens, goddesses, and warriors—fought for respect, self-respect, and their place in a male-dominated society, offering lessons in resilience and empowerment.

Through meticulous research, Mukhoty humanizes these heroines, revealing their fallibility and strength in portraits that blend ancient myth with recent history.