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Top 25 Performances movies of Naseeruddin Shah
Weโve always admired the art of Naseeruddin Shah.
A remarkable actor and star His greatest achievement is his versatility, which is fascinating beyond the boundaries of filmmaking.
In one of his films the director will wrack your heart with his shocking insights into the human psyche. In another, the film, heโs slamming those ideals. In a different itโs just plain rude seeking no redemption.
Every single line of his face tells a story, and every twinkle of his smile tells to the end of an entire chapter.
Thereโs no limit to the praise for the power and technique that is one of the countryโs top actors.
Celebrating the legendโs birthday, on the 20th of July by picking our favorite Naseer performances.
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Here are Top 25 Performances movies of Naseeruddin Shah
Nishant (1975)
Naseer makes an indelible impression with his debut role as the confident sister of his untrustworthy family members, with his own share of complicated relationships in Shyam Benegalโs gruesome portrayal of the feudal oppression.ย Aces, this.
Junoon (1979)
Shashi Kapoorโs performance in Shyam Benegalโs highly acclaimed film isnโt the only excellent character in this period-based drama.ย Junoon is also awash with a intense supporting performance by Naseer.
The evident histrionics and the intensity of his rebellious Sarfaraz Khan, striving against the โangrezโ and uttering the most memorable line of the songโHum Dilli Har Gaye Hai With all the force continues to amaze.
Aakrosh (1980)
The absurdity and frustration that a lawyer experiences due to the complex legal-social system is beautifully portrayed by Naseerโs ferocity and Govind Nihalaniโs dramatic transition from cinematographer to director.
Heโs interactions with Puris the Puris -and with the Puris โ Amrish his mentor, as well as Om the clientis particularly absorbing.
Sparsh (1980)
The flawless, award-winning performance in Sai Paranjpyeโs delicately crafted Sparsh is an example of his ability.
It is essentially an intimate love story of an elitist widow and an ebullient, blind principal of a school with his handicap, Sparsh is a lone case of getting it right.
A huge amount of credit goes to the actor for showing the dark, but loving, tender, and confused aspects of his character with admirable grace and precision.
Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai (1980)
โThere are probably more people who have heard of the title than actually seen the film and the trailer,โ Naseeruddin Shah writes in his memoirโAnd then One Day.
Heโs probably right.
However, itโs not your fault in the event that you do not see the actorโs intense performance and the accuracy with which he conveys the anxiety that the class of workers feel in Saeed Mirzaโs classic art-house film which inspired a dull remake with Manav Kaul in the year 2019.
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron (1983)
Kundan Shahโs hilarious masterpiece is filled with hilarious characters.ย Itโs the corrupt Tarnejas as well as the shady Ahujas from the industry of construction, or the solitary corpse of DโMello.ย Itโs a great thing that Naseer remains real and romantic , which is a nice compliment to his snarkier partner, Ravi Baswani.
However, his humorous side pops out in waves when requested for special codes or fancy-dressing in order to be part of the famous Mahabharat stage show.ย Jai ho!
Masoom (1983)
Actors are prone to depict guilt in a casual or outright way.ย However, in Shekhar Kapurโs affecting drama about relationships which follows an unnamed man, his wife and a child who is not legitimate this kind of approach be unwise.
Nobody is more knowledgeable than Naseer amazing agile, quick, Naseer.
He has a genuine human quality whoโs sadness and shame make him feel a sense of sympathy as he attempts to repair the harm and make amends for his unfaithful husband and father.
Mandi (1983)
Shyam Benegalโs Mandi revolves around the bustling brothel in Hyderabadโs byways.ย The eye-catching look at the daily life of these people and the insanity they endure is brought to life by the variety of characters aboard.
One of the characters is the character of Naseerโs Tungrus an unpopular character with a wonderful combination of naivete and rebel helps the story in tiny but regular amounts.
Paar (1984)
Naseerโs formidable persona and baritone is not present in Goutam Ghoseโs stunning adaptation of Samaresh Basuโs short story.ย Itโs more his depressed disposition that haunts the hard-hitting scenes of humiliation and struggle.
In addition to a thrilling climax that involves him guiding a swarm of pigs along the river and a dazzling performance by the actor as the poor villager Naurangia left to flee his home with his wife pregnant in his arms in the wake of the war of the caste.
Paar won him an additional National Award.
Mohan Joshi Hazir Ho!ย (1984)
Saaed Akhtarโs satire of the struggles of an elderly couple to obtain justice against their shrewd landlord Naseer along with Satish Shahโs legal Eagles into the scene.
As the wolf dressed in sheepโs skin, Naseerโs ploy is a hit on to the perfect notes.
Mirch Masala (1987)
The lecherous, vicious, stubborn with a shrewd, egocentric Naseer is the devilโs personification as the ferocious Subedar who is lusting after Smita Patil Ketan Mehtaโs Mirch Masala.
The Subedar is reminiscent to SP Sultan Singh (J P Duttaโs Ghulami).
If Subedar is a violent manifestation of toxic masculinity Subedar is unabashedly disgusting.
Jalwa (1987)
We rarely think of Naseeruddin Shah as a box office star in terms of collections.ย If thereโs an performer whoโs numerous occasions successfully bridged the gap between business and art and business, itโs his.
While Pankaj Parashurโs cop-themed caper is a huge homage to Eddie Murphyโs Beverly Hills Cop, seeing the actor in a sleek appearance not only altered the viewerโs perception, but also affirmed his impressive capabilities.
Ijaazat (1987)
Thereโs much to admire in Gulzarโs intimate research into relationships, as well as R D Burmanโs stunning score.
The leading ladies -Rekha and Anuradha Patel Rekha as well as Anuradha Patel shine as shining examples of poise and confidence but it is Naseerโs real situation and vulnerability that gives the complex triangle its heartbreak and the thairav.
Mirza Ghalib (1988)
If one could frame a show that Naseerโs exemplary performance of Mirza Ghalib would be up there on the wall.
It doesnโt matter if the biopic is has been released on a smaller screen or large, Gulzarโs lyrical perspective and the actorโs perception of the famous Urdu poet are an important aspect of their careers.
Pestonjee (1988)
This under-appreciated NFDC gem, which is directed by Vijaya Mehta set in South Mumbai isnโt starring him as the lead but Naseer and his charming Parsi voice and quirks make for a total success.
From his body language, to his knack of getting under the characterโs skin, Pirojshah in Anupam Kherโs enthralling Pestonjee is a delight to see.
Hero Hiralal (1989)
Although the wacky style of Ketan Mehtaโs comedy along with Sanjana Kapoorโs debut movie didnโt attract anyone interested, it works well in displaying a unique extravagant side of Naseeruddin Shahโs persona.
In his role as the Hyderabadi autorickshaw driver falling in the love of an Mumbai actress, much like the Tirchi Topiwala from Tridev that came out the same year. Naseer strikes a nice equilibrium between film and serious.
Son Vivaan would like to recreate it someday.
Bombay Boys (1998)
In what could be described as the most extravagant role (try not to think of the lime bikini that he wore in Tehelka) the wildly extravagant mobster Mastana in Kaizad Gustadโs raunchy adventure takes on the world in all its glory.
Unconstrained by the burden of mainstream propriety, this man is so much fun giving in to its outrageous claims and extremes that itโs hard to avoid joining in the excitement.
Maqbool (2003)
Vishal Bhardwajโs Maqbool is a gift that keeps giving.ย The brilliance is evident in every angle and frame.
Naseeruddin Shah, and Om Puriโs sly police couple, Pandit and Purohit, are an enthralling approach to the witches from Macbeth and interjects the story with cackles, chills, and even a poisonous prophecy.
A Wednesday (2008)
Armed with a cellphone and a firm belief in the right to allow terrorism to go itโs approach, Naseer plays an angry anonymous Mumbaikar shaking the system in an hour using his well-thought out strategy.
The detachment in his resentment and his sanity in his convictions paint a powerful depiction of societyโs most infamous victim the average person in Neeraj Pandeyโs tidily crafted thriller.
Firaaq (2008)
Nandita Das takes the camera to examine the anxiety of the entire community in 2002 during the Gujarat violence across multiple storylines.ย Each story is as riveting as the others.
One of them shows an stunning Naseeruddin Shah, an old Muslim and classical singer who is inclined to believe that the world is a decent space until confronted by the brutal reality of increasing discord.
Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na (2008)
Length was never to the forefront of Naseer getting the spotlight.
If heโs in a writer-backed role or assisting in no less than 3 scenes. The actor is an absolute class act.
As the dead Rajput painted chatty portrait is the house of his wife Naseerโs comical Amar Singh Rathore, anxious to see his sonโs pacifist complete all three requirements to be an authentic Ranjhore male is among the most enjoyable cameos of the past decade.
Ishqiya (2010)
Dil toh bachcha hai -โ Naseer is Gulzarโs perfect muse perfectly in his delightful portrayal as the sweet, mild-mannered old school Khalu.
They are co-stars. Vidya Balan, Arshad Warsi could have most attractive parts However, itโs the more experienced Naseer in charge of the style of their performances.
The Dirty Picture (2011)
As the rebellious โ80s movie star who is desperate to hold on to his youth , and singing cheesy lines such as Jawani to enjoy a taste of karne ke liye hoti hai Waste karne ke Liye Nahi, Naseer is delightfully self-aware in The Dirty Picture.ย Itโs a good thing.
In a place where most people drown in the extravagant clothes and cheap wigs, Naseeruddin Shahโs getup becomes one of a kind due to his charming appeal.
Finding Fanny (2014)
If an actor has been in the same number of films as Naseer and for the length of time they have, it is harder to be seen as fresh before the viewers.ย He does exactly with Homi Adajaniaโs Finding Fanny where his need to find the love of his life causes a lot of angst and a bit of cheer in Goa.
The way Iโve described it in my review is, Naseeruddin Shah exudes an innocentness that is rare for actors whoโve spent years working hard on camera.
Dedh Ishqiya (2014)
The adventures of Khaalujaan and Babban are repeated in this sequel that is high on romance, poetry queerness, wit, and the whimsy.