Let’s Revisit Five Actresses Who Took the Lead in 2021!

Recently women in Indian cinema have taken center stage with their brilliant performances. These five actresses pushed the boundaries by becoming the force behind the most unconventional stories and bringing forth a delicate relatable drama.
Here’s rounding up five powerhouse performances that made us fall in love with these actresses all over again!

1) Aditi Rao Hydari 

‘Geeli Puchi’ one of the best films of the year. 𝑨𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒊 shines with her nuisanced and layered portrayal of the naive Priya Sharma in this film that deals with important social topics like caste, gender and sexuality.

2) Vidya Balan 

Changing the dynamics of Hindi Cinema, Vidya Balan’s ‘Sherni’ was a bold comment on misogyny and patriarchy. The impactful performance of the actress earned rave reviews from all corners of the nation.

3) Taapsee Pannu 

‘Haseen Dillruba’ broke several records in 2021. Taapsee Pannu took a challenging role and essayed a grey character with utmost panache. The star brought the Hindi pulp fiction alive with her portrayal.

4) Kriti Sanon

Kriti Sanon brilliantly handled the delicate subject of surrogacy with her 2021 Netflix venture ‘Mimi’. The film became a massive hit among the audience and was well-received by critics from all corners.

5) Sanya Malhotra

‘Pagglait’ touched upon the minute details of mourning with Sanya Malhotra in the lead. The actress perfectly tapped the beats of her widowed character and gave a performance to remember.