After Kangana Ranaut's recent remarks on Urmila Matondkar, it's only fair that we get together and speak about just how glorious Urmila's run in the movies has been.
After Kangana Ranaut's recent remarks on Urmila Matondkar, it's only fair that we get together and speak about just how glorious Urmila's run in the movies has been. A dancing diva, a rock-solid actor, and a presence that lit up screens instantly-Urmila Matondkar, since she was a child artist with films like Masoom, has donned many hats with unparalleled élan. From romance to comedy, to thrillers to horror, her versatility remains unmatched.
Here's a look at five of her finest performances:
1. Pinjar
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Pinjar, a National Award-winning film, starring acting giants such as Manoj Bajpayee and Lillette Dubey, couldn't dim Urmila's light as she shined bright bringing her character to life.
2. Judaai
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Judaai starred superstars Anil Kapoor and Sridevi in lead roles but Urmila Matondkar made her place in the film as a good-hearted and naive girl, desperately in love with Anil's character. Anyone would agree that Judaai won't be half the film it was without Urmila's glorious contribution.
3. Ek Hasina Thi
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Sriram Raghavan directorial, Ek Hasina Thi is one underrated revenge thriller that had Saif Ali Khan and Urmila Matondkar giving one of the most amazing performances of their career. Special mention to Urmila’s performance as went goes out seeking revenge from the lover who betrayed is convincing and disturbing.
4. Rangeela
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One cannot make a list of best Urmila Matondkar films and not have Rangeela on it. Directed and produced by Ram Gopal Varma, Rangeela starred Jackie Shroff, Aamir Khan, and Urmila. The actress played the role of an ambitious starlet in the film, managing to strike a perfect balance of vulnerability and sensuality. Her dance moves in the movie are something that is still talked about.
5. Bhoot
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Horror films have always been a difficult genre for Bollywood, however, Bhoot will always be a film that the industry can proudly call it's own. It is important to watch Bhoot to know the kind of finesse Urmila brings into the role of a married woman who is haunted by the spirit of another young woman. Her portrayal also earned her the prestigious Critics Choice Best Actress Award at the Filmfare. Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, Bhoot starred Ajay Devgn and Urmila Matondkar in the lead roles.
