How far do British Asian movies such as "Provoked" attempt to subvert the typical stereotype of Asian females in comparison to Bollywood movies?

Provoked is a deplorable British Asian film directed by Jag Mundra in 2007. It encapsulates a realistic portrayal of domestic violence that is still evident in the 21st century. With its narrative based upon a true story that took place in Southall, the audience for Provoked are stunned with shock and curiosity to see the transition in the social status of the main protagonist as justice is bought about into the life of Kiranjit Aluwalia (Aishwarya Rai) as she becomes stronger and gains independence as the film progresses and the stereotype of a female being initially feeble is strongly subverted. She is given the criminal life sentence of life imprisonment as she attempts to break through her oppression by her husband in marital life, and in order conduct this, it was vital for her to kill him so that she can escape from lady inside her who was a victim of constant marital rape and violence and can no longer face the brutality of her spouse. In the form of self defence, she unintentionally kills him by setting fire to him, and wrongly receives a unjust sentence. However, towards the end of the movie, she not only gains strength and courage, but will the help of Southall Black sisters she brings her plight to attention of the media to support moves for her freedom. Eventually, after serving time due to manslaughter instead of murder, she is reunited with her children and faces a fruitful future. She is even awarded by Cherie Blair for her crusade against domestic violence and the audience see a stark change in her previous character which bordered on intimidation and instability, to a character whose now frivolous, emotionally secure and full of strength and courage.