Bollywood is adored globally, but it has also faced criticism for being sexist and misogynistic.

That’s something film and theatre maker Pravesh Kumar wants to change.

Kumar, who was born in Slough but spent a decade working in Bollywood, told BBC News he is using his new musical, Frankie Goes To Bollywood, as a way to shine a light on the Indian film industry’s darker side.

“I think it’s important to ask the really important questions,” he said.

The problems of sexism and gender inequality run far deeper than just India.

Hollywood was at the centre of the #MeToo movement, which was sparked by allegations against Harvey Weinstein in 2017.

The disgraced film producer is facing a new trial in the autumn after his state rape conviction was overturned, a judge ruled last week.

“It’s not just Bollywood, we know it’s Hollywood too, this is just the story we’re telling,” British Asian actress Laila Zaidi told BBC News.

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