Celebrating Rani Mukerji's Birthday By Looking Back At Some Of Career-Best Roles

One of the Bollywood actors who are unafraid to try out different characters is Rani Mukerji. The actor, who is enjoying the success of her recent film, Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway, is celebrating her birthday on Monday. The 44-year-old has a reputation in the film industry for her versatility.

Rani Mukherjee is the recipient of various accolades and was one of the most sought-after and highest-paid female actors in the 2000s. She made her film debut in the Bengali film Biyer Phool. However, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, alongside Shahrukh Khan, was her breakthrough film. On the occasion of Mukerji’s birthday, let’s look back at some of her most celebrated performances.

Rani Mukerji Best Films

Mrs. Chatterjee vs. Norway (2023)

In the ">film, which is based on a true story, Rani Mukerji plays Debika Chatterjee, an immigrant stay-at-home mother of two who fights against an entire nation to win back the custody of her children. Mukerji didn’t just portray the role of Sagarika Chakraborty; she lived as her. Mukerji gave life to Sagarika through her effortlessly nuanced performance as a distraught mother who would go to any extent for her children. Mukerjee captures our hearts as Sagarika by conveying her emotions with her eyes and body language.

Hichki (2018)

Hichki was Mukherjee’s comeback film. She plays Naina Mathur, a woman who has Tourette syndrome, which causes her to make uncontrollable sounds like hiccups. The strong-willed Naina finally lands a job at a missionary school. Naina is a confident, bold, and happy woman who is not ashamed of her condition and remains undeterred by societal taunts and rejections. Despite being disrespected initially, Naina manages to befriend the students and empowers them to fly high. It’s Mukherjee’s performance that carries the entire film.

Mardaani (2014 & 2019)

In both Mardaani and Mardaani 2, Mukerji plays a fierce cop, Shivani Shivaji Roy. She deals with a kidnapping case involving teenage girls in the former and a serial rapist-killer in the latter. She essays the role so well that her acting is very natural. It’s never over the top, but she does bring out the grit and determination of a cop who wants to bring down criminals. She also beautifully portrays her vulnerable side despite being a powerful cop.

No one killed Jessica (2010)

The film was based on a true story by Jessica Lal, a biographical thriller. Rani Mukerji plays the role of a fiery journalist, Meera Gaity, who would go to any extent to fight for justice. Despite her brash attitude, her character has undertones of empathy and compassion, which the actor brings out perfectly. Although Vidya Balan plays the lead role in this film, Rani Mukerji’s character is an unforgettable and critically acclaimed one.

Black (2005)

This year marks the 18^th anniversary of the movie helmed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Mukerji plays Michelle McNally, a blind and deaf girl who grows up to be a violent and uncontrollable child. With the help of her teacher, Debraj Sahai, played by Amitabh Bachchan, she manages to express her emotions through sign language. After years of struggle, she manages to graduate. However, her teacher succumbs to Alzheimer’s disease. The film beautifully portrays the teacher-student bond, and Rani Mukerjee excels at portraying the role of a physically challenged woman. Mukherjee’s excellent acting makes the character leave a mark on our hearts and souls.

Bunty aur Babli (2005)

Mukerjee plays Vimmi (Babli), an unapologetic, outspoken, and charming woman. Bunty is played by Abhishek Bacchan and Babli, who have both run away from home and begun making money by cheating people. Mukherjee’s portrayal of Babli was unconventional given that the crime comedy film was released in 2005. Her character, Babli, was a woman way ahead of her time, and Mukerji played the role effortlessly.

Suggested Reading: Mrs Chatterjee Vs. Norway: Heart-Gripping Yet Inspiring Real Story Of A Mother’s Battle