By Nakul Tomar | October 18, 2024
In Haider, Tabu plays a conflicted widow torn between her lover and rebellious son. Her nuanced portrayal of Ghazala adds emotional depth to Vishal Bhardwaj’s adaptation of Hamlet.
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As Nimmi, Tabu brilliantly portrays the mistress of a gangster in this Macbeth adaptation. Her transformation from a seductress to a guilt-ridden woman is gripping and unforgettable.
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In her Hollywood debut, Tabu delivers a restrained and moving performance as a first-generation immigrant balancing her life between India and America. Her subtle emotions give the film heart.
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Tabu’s National Award-winning role as a bar dancer is a heart-wrenching portrayal of survival and motherhood in Mumbai’s harsh underbelly. Her character’s journey is both inspiring and tragic.
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Tabu’s portrayal of Aditi, a housewife confronting society’s double standards, is ahead of its time. Her performance questions female sexuality and societal hypocrisy with boldness and grace.
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Tabu’s Simi is a thrillingly grey character, selfish and ruthless, yet incredibly charming. Her performance steals the show, leaving the audience both horrified and rooting for her success.
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In this comedy, Tabu shines as a divorced woman duped by her ex-husband, who disguises himself as a nanny. Her comedic timing in this Mrs. Doubtfire remake is delightful.
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Tabu’s portrayal of a strict, no-nonsense police officer investigating her son’s murder is powerful. Her intense face-off with Ajay Devgn makes her the perfect antagonist in this crime thriller.
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In a dual role, Tabu delivers an stunning performance that adds intrigue and thrill to this horror-comedy. Her versatility is on full display in this 2022 blockbuster.
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Tabu won a National Award for her role in Maachis as a woman caught in the aftermath of the 1984 Sikh riots. Her portrayal added emotional depth to the political thriller.
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