Earlier, actresses would never been seen doing de-glamorous roles in films. They absolutely refused to show their natural look as they felt it would not be accepted by the audience. But now things have changed. Each time an actress has moved away from the conventional method and tried something absolutely different, audiences have enthusiastically appreciated their efforts. Here is a list of some top actresses of Bollywood who have gone natural for a film and received much appreciation for it.
Kangana Ranaut in ‘Queen’: The versatile actress has done various films where she was required to don an attractive look but, with ‘Queen’, she went all out. In simple kurtis for most of the film, Kangana played a shy yet gutsy Delhi girl. The movie was a super hit with the audiences and Kangana’s hard work was appreciated with various awards including the National Award and a Filmfare Award.
Priyanka Chopra in ‘Mary Kom’: For her award-winning performances in ‘Barfi’ and ‘Mary Kom’, Priyanka shed her otherwise glam appearance. With her meticulous acting skills, she gave the industry two of the most powerful performances of her career.
Rani Mukerji in ‘Black’: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Black’ was a path-breaking film for Bollywood. Rani Mukerji received nationwide appreciation for her performance where she was required to play a deaf and mute girl, and she excelled in it.
Sonam Kapoor in ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’: Bollywood fashion diva, Sonam Kapoor also gave up her glamorous avatar for her role opposite Farhan Akhtar in ‘Bhaag Milkha Bhaag’. In the award-winning film, the fashionista was seen portraying the role of a simple girl-next-door. And though she had a short role in the film, the actress won hearts with her refreshing look in the film.
Alia Bhatt in ‘Highway’: Alia who started off her career with Karan Johar’s ‘Student Of The Year’, was seen in a very glamorous role in the film. In her very next films she stunned every one where she appeared in a de-glamorous role. She was highly appreciated for her role in HIGHWAY, where she plays the role of a kidnapped girl. In this movie Alia was seen in a de-glamorous role.
Anushka Sharma in ‘Rab Ne Banadi Jodi’: Her very first movie was an ideal launch pad for anyone. Yash Raj films, and cast opposite Shah Rukh Khan. YRF known for its glamorous movies and scenic locations presented Anushka as a simple girl who was brought up in the countryside.
