Directed by Pradeep Sarkar, the first installment of the action thriller revolved around a stern police officer named Shivani Shivaji Roy, whose interest in the case of a kidnapped teenage girl leads her to uncover the secrets of human trafficking by the Indian mafia.
Kajol's character in 'The Trial', exemplifies every woman navigating through demanding expectations, and resonates with the challenges they encounter in their quest to balance the diverse aspects of life.
While cinema halls remained closed for most parts, these actors represented an emerging lot that have looked at wider reach beyond their regional realms, all thanks to the digital platforms.