Birthday Special: Neha Dhupia’s 5 Lesser-Known Films That Deserve a Watch

Neha Dhupia Films: Neha Dhupia’s career trajectory rose with the emergence of over-the-top platforms. With better roles at her threshold she has been able to do justice to her acting skills on screen. Before OTT too, Neha has been resilient in proving her mettle in the work she got. As she turns 44 today, let’s revisit some of her lesser-known performances on OTT and silver screen so far. 

A Thursday 

Stream on Disney+ Hotstar 

Essaying the role of ACP Catherine Alvarez, Neha brought her values as a woman and working mother to her role of a heavily pregnant woman working amidst a high-stakes hostage situation. Craftly portraying the turmoil her job had risen along with her personal condition of a mother, she single-handedly conveyed the emotional challenges of dealing with a critical condition. 

Sanak 

Stream on Disney+ Hotstar 

In the Vidyut Jammwal led thriller, she yet again stepped into the role of a lady cop, ACP Jayati Bhargav, a no-nonsense police officer determined to combat the group of terrorists who have held a hospital hostage. Her determined character adds a balance to the action packed sequence of Jammwal.  

Helicopter Eela 

Stream on Disney+ Hotstar 

A resilient and dedicated drama instructor, Padma portrayed by Neha Dhupia is a supportive friend and guide to Eela. As a woman passionate about her art, she understands the passion of Eela to sing and hence she acts as an anchor and motivator to Kajol’s character.  

Qarib Qarib Single 

Stream on Zee5 or Netflix 

In the romantic comedy led by Irfaan Khan and Parvathy Thiruvothu, Neha’s role is that of a former love interest of Khan’s character. Within her limited screen time, she plays a poignant role in taking the narrative forward, providing an insight into Rana’s personality and his past relationships.

Phas Gaye Re Obama 

Stream on Prime Video 

Playing the comic role of Munni Madam, the lead of an all-women gangster group. She is a tough gangster with a stingy tongue. Her verbal punches provide a comic relief to the tense environment of the story. She stands out in her unconventional role as gangster. 

Neha Dhupia is forging a new path with OTT working in favor of her talent and skills. But her previous works are a testimony of her capabilities.