Kay Kay Menon and Diyendu in 'The Railway Men'
The two actors playing a railway station master and a thief stole the act in the series that highlighted the role of railway officials during the Bihar gas tragedy. Their earnest performances gave audience an insight into the gravitas of the situation back in 1984
Sidhant Gupta in 'Jubilee'
Sidhant brought an electric charm to his role in the series created by Vikramaditya Motwane. With a sugar-coated voice, stunning looks, and charisma rarely seen in early acting careers, Gupta added a magnetic quality to the series. His portrayal, filled with dance steps, moments of love, and bursts of rage, not only elevates the watchability of 'Jubilee' but also underscores his promising talent
Bhuvan Arora in Farzi
Sharing the screen with Shahid Kapoor in this Raj and DK creation, Bhuvan made a significant impact with his parallel lead role. In a world defined by fast-paced lifestyles, Arora's performance resonated, making him a household name. The success of 'Farzi' has catapulted him into the spotlight, solidifying his status as a rising star
Jim Sarbh and Ishwak Singh in Rocket Boyz 2
Jim and Ishwak reprised their roles of science heroes Dr Homi Bhabha and Dr Vikram Sarabhai. Jim and Ishwak's nuanced performances gave the audience a deeper understanding of the scientific minds in post-independent India. Jim even got nominated for the prestigious Emmy Awards
Amey Wagh in Kaala Paani
Amey as the cunning police officer was the face of the survival theory by Charles Darwin. His ambition to set himself free from misery at any cost is a performance to watch out for
Vijay Varma in Dahaad:
The actor has done many a negative role with impact. One wonders how much more he can surprise with his negative acts but here is competing with himself and outshining. The role surely gave many people sleepless nights
Aditya Roy Kapur in The Night Manager:
The actor who is known for his incredible good looks proved that he is more just a pretty face (and body). He gave an intense performance in the thriller 'The Night Manager' as Shaan Sengupta, a former defence personnel who gets embroiled with the underworld
Wamiqa Gabbi in Jubilee:
Wamiqa essayed the bold and beautiful Nilofer who stands for herself and is unafraid to follow her heart
Barun Sobti and Savinderpal Vicky in 'Kohrra'
In the series, Barun Sobti showcases depth and intensity in his performance, infusing his character with a palpable sense of intrigue. Sobti's ability to convey complex emotions has earned him recognition, establishing him as an actor who can captivate audiences with his compelling portrayals. Similarly, Savinder Vicky stole the limelight with his subtle yet impactful performance as Balbir in the series
Gulshan Devaiah in Guns and Gulaabs:
Gulshan's quirky approach to the contract killer Char cut atmaram is one that left a lasting impression
Sushmita Sen in Taali:
After impressing all with her boss woman role in Aarya, Sushmita showed her acting prowess in Taali where she played a transgender. The actress displayed strength and sensitivity in her character making the struggles of her character an inspiring story
Rajshri Deshpande in Trial By Fire:
Rajshri essayed the role of a mother fighting for justice after she loses two of her kids to a fire in a movie theatre. The actress emoted the pain, grief and struggle of her character to perfection
Mona Singh in Made In Heaven 2:
A gutsy feminist and a strong mother is how one can define Bulbul Johari, the character essayed by Mona in the second season of Made In Heaven. Her character has a traumatic past who has overcome several hurdles to build a life for herself and stand on her own feet. While there are several characters and sub-plots in the show, Mona as Bulbul leaves a lasting impression
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