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Farah Khan teases Nushrratt Bharuccha as ‘vertically challenged’ praises ‘Akelli’ performance

In a fun and personal episode of The Farah Khan Show, actress Nushrratt Bharuccha welcomed Farah Khan into her home, where they shared laughs over towering heels, enjoyed a cooking session of Mutton Uppu Kari, and discussed her critically acclaimed role in Akelli.

January 10, 2026 / 17:21 IST
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  • Nushrratt Bharuccha gave fans a candid home tour on The Farah Khan Show
  • She showcased her shoe collection and cooked Mutton Uppu Kari for Farah Khan
  • Farah praised Nushrratt's intense performance in Akelli

Actress Nushrratt Bharuccha recently offered fans an intimate look into her life and career during a candid episode of The Farah Khan Show, where filmmaker–choreographer Farah Khan visited her home for a relaxed, personal conversation. The episode — captured in a warm, homely ambience — covered everything from fashion quirks to culinary skills and the emotional depth of her recent work.

In the episode, the actress led Farah to her walk-in closet, displaying her collection of shoes and handbags. When she spotted the high heels, Farah commented that the actress performs in them.Farah Khan Makes Light of Nushrratt Bharuccha's Stature

She commented, “She performs in heels because she is petite,” to which the actress responded, “I’m of short stature.” Farah quickly replied, “Don’t say that. You’re height challenged.” The actress laughed heartily. She added, “I practice in high heels. I need to feel really at ease.”

She added, “Just take a look at the heels.” Nushrratt continued, “One moment. Check these out. Those are nothing. I believe this one is at least 6.5 inches.”

Beyond the fun banter, the episode also showcased Nushrratt’s culinary side. She cooked her signature home-style Mutton Uppu Kari for Farah, turning the episode into a cozy kitchen session filled with laughter and shared stories. The casual atmosphere — with Nushrratt dressed in a simple white T-shirt and denim — made the interaction feel like a genuine friendly visit rather than a formal interview.

Farah also took a moment to commend Nushrratt’s work in the film Akelli, a performance she described as emotionally intense. Highlighting that Nushrratt was the sole female character throughout the story and carried the narrative with remarkable strength, Farah’s praise underlined the actress’s versatility and stamina in demanding roles. Farah stated, “You did an excellent job. You were the sole female throughout the film; it was so intense that it raised my blood pressure.”

Nushrratt Bharuccha has steadily built a varied body of work over the years, gaining popularity with films such as Pyaar Ka Punchnama and Dream Girl, and winning critical acclaim for more content-driven roles like Chhorii and Chhorii 2, where she delivered powerful performances in the horror genre.

Ragini Jaiswal
Ragini Jaiswal Entertainment journalist and content writer with 3+ years of experience covering Bollywood, lifestyle trends, and celebrity stories across leading digital platforms.
first published: Jan 10, 2026 05:15 pm

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