Happy Birthday Richa Chadha: Top performances of this star performer

Richa Chadha began her acting career as a model before switching to the silver screen. Performing a variety of roles in a career spanning more than 10 years, Richa never fails to add depth, an extra dimension, and light to every character she plays. She was immensely appreciated for her roles in the Fukrey series.

On her 36th birthday, we look back at Richa's top performances in her overall career of more than 10 years.

Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! (2008)

Richa Chadha appeared as Dolly, the lead actor's sister and a dancer who gets engaged in several other tasks for Gogi Bhai. Because she captivated the crowd with her excellent acting skills and assured representation of the role, the audience hailed her performance as "a revelation." 

Gangs of Wasseypur (2012)

Richa's career took off with her portrayal of Nagma Khatoon, a bold, vulgar-mouthed gangster's wife, receiving widespread praise both in India and beyond. The film premiered at the 65th Cannes Film Festival, and Richa won the Filmfare Critics' Award for Best Actress.

Fukrey (2013)

Richa's portrayal of Bholi Punjaban in the Fukrey series (which began in 2013) is one of the funniest on-screen roles. The Delhi-based badass lady don continuously tries to communicate in English with her two bodyguards. Also, what keeps the audience hooked is Richa's ordering around the four friends. "Fukrey 3" is all set to release in 2023.

Masaan (2015)

The versatile actress established her status as a leading actor in the profession with Masaan. She played Devi Pathak, a young woman from a small town who suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder. She deals with blackmail and the fear of disgrace. Richa's outstanding depiction of the mute but powerful Devi Pathak earned her raving praise.

Cabaret (2019)

The musical-dance thriller stands in sharp contrast to the earlier films. Richa exhibits the blazing personality of a budding dancer. According to sources, Richa trained in a variety of dance styles specifically to ensure that she would completely personify the cabaret dancer she plays in the film.