​Best performances of Tabu​

​Over the past few decades, Tabu has firmly established herself as one of Bollywood's most versatile and talented actors. Her filmography includes diverse roles showcasing her exceptional acting skills and range on the big screen. As she turns a year older on Saturday, let's take a look at some of her best performances.

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Her portrayal in Gulzar's 1996 film Maachis, completely altered the way people perceived her as an actor. This critically acclaimed film, centered around the Anti-Sikh riots of 1984, showcased Tabu's talent in an intense and impactful role.

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​Tabu fearlessly embraced the role of a bar dancer on screen, and her performance received high praise. Her exceptional portrayal in "Chandni Bar" earned her the prestigious National Award for Best Actress.

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​Tabu gave a very subtle performance in Mira Nair's "The Namesake." which was adapted from Jhumpa Lahiri's novel of the same name. The film delved into the challenges faced by the first-generation immigrants from West Bengal in the United States.

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​In the Hindi screen adaptation of William Shakespeare's renowned play "Macbeth," filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj discovered Lady Macbeth in Tabu. Tabu's powerful portrayal held its own against exceptional performances by actors like Pankaj Kapur and Irrfan Khan

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After playing Lady Macbeth, Vishal turned to Tabu to be her Gertude in Haider, which was inspired by Shakespeare's Hamlet.

Tabu took on the role of a resilient and tough cop in "Drishyam." This Hindi adaptation of the widely acclaimed Malayalam film became a box office success due to its compelling narrative and the stellar performances delivered by the cast.

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