10 best films of Rani Mukerji

The OG queen of Bollywood, Rani Mukerji is often considered as synonymous with versatility. As her next film, 'Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway' is slated to be released om 17th March 2023, we have picked 10 performances by Rani that set new benchmarks of on-screen portrayal in Bollywood.

Mani Ratnam directorial Yuva is still considered as a cult due to its power-packed screenplay and direction. Rani's realistic portrayal of Sashi Biswas, a housewife from Kolkata, attracted massive critical acclaim and adulation from the audience.

'Ghulam' gifted Bollywood the sizzling pair of Aamir Khan and Rani Mukerji. Rani's Alisha went on to become a style icon back in the day.

Rani Mukerji went on to win the well-deserved 'Best Actress' award for Mani Ratnam's Saathiya. The film redefined modern relationships on the silver screen and is still considered to be one of the best romantic dramas of Bollywood.

Talaash was one of the highest-grossing films in the box-office in 2012. The movie brought back the sizzling pair of Aamir Khan and Rani Mukerji back on screen, once again. Rani gave a profoundly refreshing performance as a wife who was mourning the death of her 8-year-old and struggling with her dying marriage in this one.

'Hum Tum' went on to redefine the standard Indian romance and broke stereotypes regarding second chances at love. Rani won two Best Actress awards for her role as Riya in the cult movie.

When Rani Mukerji's Babli exuded her charisma on the silver screen, the entire nation danced to 'Dhadak Dhadak' from 'Bunty Aur Babli.' Rani showed exemplarily diverse shades in the film as Vimmi.

Rani Mukerji gave a realistic window to journalism in India with 'No One Killed Jessica.' If real-life cinema inspires you, this should be your watchlist.

Rani Mukerji proved that playing a police officer wasn't tailored just for the actors in the role that has only seen men chasing the bad guys in a khaki! Power paced with Rani's robust performance and a gripping screenplay, Mardaani is a must-watch.

Rani Mukerji normalised and removed stigmas around Tourette Syndrome, a neurological condition that is attributed to genetic and environmental factors. Rani's heart-warming performance as Naina who doesn't give up on her dreams shall cheer you up.

Rani Mukerji has constantly elevated her skill-graph. With 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna,' Rani challenged the stereotypes of the 'perfect heroine' who aided the hero in achieving his goals. Rani's Maya was flawed, emotionally vulnerable and perfectly depicted the insecurities and baggage of a woman in an unhappy marriage. Her portrayal as Maya won adulation globally.