Taapsee Pannu Speaks On Doing Unconventional Roles: ‘Conventional Films Didn’t Come My Way Organically’
Taapsee Pannu has solidified her position as a powerhouse performer in Bollywood with films like Naam Shabana, Pink, Badla, Thappad, and Haseen Dillruba. Known for her fearless choice of roles, Taapsee is one of the few actresses in the industry to boast an OTT franchise. She has consciously embraced women-centric films, earning widespread appreciation for redefining the narrative of female-led cinema.
On Choosing Unconventional Roles
Reflecting on her journey, Taapsee said, “Should I be dwelling on doing films that are conventionally expected from an A-lister? Those films didn’t come my way organically. There were only a few, like Judwaa 2 or Dunki, where the makers wanted someone who could add value to the part. It took me years to accept that conventional work was not going to come my way, and I needed to make the unconventional my conventional. I had to believe that the work I do is mainstream in its own way, whether in terms of profits or audience appeal.”
Her determination to redefine “mainstream” has made her a trailblazer, inspiring audiences and peers alike to embrace unconventional stories.
A Stellar 2024
The year 2024 saw Taapsee’s triumphant return as Rani Kashyap in Phir Aayi Haseen Dillruba, a sequel to the 2021 thriller. The Netflix film, packed with gripping plot twists, also brought back Vikrant Massey as Rishab Saxena while introducing new characters like Sunny Kaushal as Abhimanyu and Jimmy Sheirgill as Mrityunjay Paswan. The movie was widely praised, with Taapsee earning accolades for reprising one of her most beloved characters.
Upcoming Projects
Next, Taapsee will be seen in Gandhari, directed by Devashish Mukherjee and written by Kanika Dhillon. Promising an action-packed narrative, the film is expected to showcase Taapsee in a never-before-seen avatar.
With her bold choices and relentless pursuit of meaningful cinema, Taapsee Pannu continues to elevate the status of women-led films in Bollywood. Her journey from unconventional roles to mainstream success is a testament to her talent and determination. Fans eagerly await her upcoming projects, confident that she will continue to deliver compelling performances.
