new Delhi: These are great times for women in cinema, writer supported roles are now being written to truly showcase the power of women. These leading ladies weren’t afraid to take risks and showed us what real talent is! Let’s take a look at some of the best performances by women this year.
Alia Bhatt – Despite being relatively young compared to industry veterans, Alia Bhatt took up the mammoth challenge of stepping into the shoes of Gangubai, a sex worker who went on to become a powerful political figure and social activist. It was a huge risk for a leading actor of his generation, but Bhatt fearlessly stepped out of his comfort zone and the results were there for all to see. The actress opened to rave reviews from critics and won the hearts of the audience. He inspired millions of reels on social media as his dialogues from the film spread far and wide.
Tabu – A Padma Shri and two-time National Award winner, Tabu is undoubtedly one of the finest talents in the country and always leaves her mark of excellence in whatever she does. In Drishyam 2, she stole the show with another convincing performance as a mother seeking justice for her son; With her screen presence and intense expressions, she leaves an impact from start to finish.
Shefali Shah A true disruptor who is not afraid to experiment, be real, raw and really get under the skin of her characters, Shefali Shah has consistently given us exceptional and experiential performances throughout her career. 2022 indeed proved to be the year for Shefali Shah with versatile performances across various genres. From Jalsa, Human, Darlings to the recent Delhi Crime Season 2, industry heavyweights have grabbed our attention and emerged as an unstoppable force in the Indian entertainment landscape. There is no doubt that the kind of content she has brought to the screen in a year is undeniably richer than conventional, run-of-the-mill movies and shows.
2022 has really been his year!