Kahaani Reigns Supreme: A Chorus of Praise for Vidya Balan's Performance

Undoubtedly, Vidya Balan is an incredibly versatile actor who can effortlessly embody any character. I enjoyed Kahaani, and I have seen a lot of her movies. At the end of the day, she delivers a social message and is an actor who genuinely believes in the script. Acting is her primary focus, not glamour. (October 31: Which Vidya Balan film is your favorite?)

Rangwala, Tasneem

Kahaani, the amazing film by Sujoy Ghosh, remains a mystery and should definitely be seen again. One of the most suspenseful whodunits to ever grace Bollywood history, it was released in 2012 and was filmed in Calcutta on a moderate budget.

The story transports us through the city and its myriad personalities, offering a visual feast in the form of the city and the flavors of Durga Puja, a thriller with unfortunate "accidents" and murders along the way, run-down houses with shuttered, wooden windows, posh metro stations, and a dilapidated police station. The excitement of movie buffs is increased by the numerous allusions to well-known Bengali films like Aranyer Din Ratri and Charulata. A breathtaking, life-changing film that people will talk about for years is brought to life by Vidya Balan and her ensemble.

Paul the Pampa

Kahaani is without a doubt my favorite Vidya Balan film. It is a film that focuses on women and should be watched by all women. Your curiosity about what will happen next is piqued by the film's abundance of mystery, excitement, and suspense. Durga Puja, one of Calcutta's most well-known and exquisite festivals, serves as the backdrop for the movie. The movie also features shots of the old north Calcutta lanes. All of the preconceived notions about women in our Indian society were dispelled by Vidya's character Bidya Bagchi. You would literally get goosebumps from her performance in this movie.

Ghosh Anushka

Kahaani is still and will always be my favorite Vidya Balan film. Every time I watch her amazing performance in the wonderful game of pretend, I get shivers. To this day, her portrayal of her pseudo-pregnancy in the movie stands as one of the best in the genre. Throughout the entire film, her body language was literally more important than her spoken words. Being a diverse actress, she does, however, stage the innocent and lighthearted characters even more delicately than they were at first, which is very endearing.

Prakash Chakraborty

Vidya Balan has carved out a unique place for herself in Indian cinema thanks to her ability to play any character in female-driven movies with ease and effectiveness. Mission Mangal and Tumhari Sulu are two of my favorite Vidya Balan films.

Ghosh Sikrity

One of the pioneers of Bollywood's female-led film industry is Vidya. Her versatility and exceptional acting skills were showcased in several films, including Shakuntala Devi, Parineeta, Kahaani, Paa, Tumhari Sulu, Sherni, and numerous others. But if I had to pick just one, The Dirty Picture would be it. I believe that only Vidya could have captured the essence of Silk. Vidya faced an unconventional challenge playing a character that was completely outside of her comfort zone, but the way she handled it is not only admirable but also an inspiration to many aspiring actors. She demonstrated why there should be no "box" for an actor—as long as they are not misrepresenting society. Silk was given more personality by Vidya.

Puhabi Das

Vidya Balan performed the title role of Bidya Bagchi in the 2012 movie Kahaani with style and grace. It is difficult to play a pregnant woman in a movie until the very end, when it is revealed that she is not. Sujoy Ghosh directed with artistic flair, beautifully capturing the street scenes of Calcutta. Parmbrata Chattopadhyay deserves recognition as well, since her work as a police officer matched Vidya's mission of tracking down her husband Arnab Bagchi. It makes sense that the film's screenplay, photography, and Vidya Balan's performance were highly praised.

Sanyal, Indranil

Kahaani stands out among the others. To be honest, it is really hard to single out one movie. According to her discography, she has always drawn attention to herself in movies. Regarding Bhool Bhulaiyaa, she was perfect, and in Parineeta, she was outstanding. Her on-screen persona and acting prowess have consistently created an incredible atmosphere, whether in The Dirty Picture or No One Killed Jessica. As a Bengali, I adore the touches of Bengaliness she gives her characters. Vidya Balan's acting bears a strong reflection of her sweetness and purity. However, Kahaani's plot and her justification for the part make it the best choice. I hope she keeps up her amazing work all the time.

Roy Adrita

One of Vidya Balan's best-ever leading roles is in the movie Kahaani, in which she plays Bidya Bagchi, a pregnant woman going missing who gives the story a depth and authenticity not often found in movies. She carries the film's weight admirably on her shoulders thanks to her alluring presence. Her performance is remarkable due to the wide range of emotions she portrays in the movie. Vidya's ability to move fluidly between sensitive and unwaveringly strong scenes is proof of her broad range of acting abilities.

There's an obvious chemistry between Vidya and Calcutta, the city in which the majority of the movie is set. The audience can sense the city's pulse echoing her emotional journey as she makes her way through the maze-like streets and alleys in pursuit of answers. Her performance gains additional depth from this link between her character and the city.

Vidya's career high point and a tour de force performance was her role in Kahaani. She is an extraordinary actor, and it shows in the way she fully inhabits the role of Bidya Bagchi and draws the audience into her quest. This transforms the film from a formulaic thriller into a memorable cinematic experience.

Dutta Sayan

One of my favorite Vidya Balan-led films is The Dirty Picture (2011), which showcased her ability to fully inhabit a character and may have been her best work to date. Accurately portraying the typical personality of this alluring and somewhat complex South Indian actress—from her mannerisms to her unique way of speaking—Balan embraced the role of Silk Smitha with an unprecedented level of authenticity. She blended in with the "silky" skin of the character to make it look natural on the big screen with ease. Her outstanding performance stunned everyone and was highly praised by both critics and viewers.

I admire Vidya Balan for her bravery and sensuality in The Dirty Picture, as she took on the challenge of portraying the lead character to the best of her abilities. By portraying the highs and lows of Silk Smitha's life and career and highlighting the vulnerabilities and struggles that lay beneath the glitz and glam, she gave emotional depth to the "notorious" character. As one of the best biographical character portrayals in Indian cinema, I think Vidya Balan's portrayal of Silk set a standard for her acting career and deserves to be celebrated. Her range as an actress is not only highlighted in The Dirty Picture, but it also keeps the audience captivated.

Paul Candela

In 2012, Vidya Balan, in the role of Bidya Baghi, made her triumphant return to Calcutta with a gripping film that took place against the backdrop of Durga Puja. She came looking for her spouse, Arnab Bagchi, who had vanished. Rana, a police officer, assists her. They discover during their investigation that her husband looks like Milind Damji. Bob Biswas is a contract killer who kills anyone who assists her but is unable to take her as his victim. The final action scene in which she kills Damji in Sindoor Khela, where married women play with vermillion as part of the final Durga Puja ritual, tells her story. In addition to being a story about a woman seeking retribution for her husband's death, this movie also celebrates the ability of women to defeat evildoers. Kahaani is a personal favorite of mine. The character played by Vidya Balan in the comedy Bobby Jasoos is another one of my favorites.

Moubani Paul

The popular Malayalam film Manichitrathazhu was adapted into a Hindi movie in 2007, titled Bhool Bhulaiyaa. Vidya Balan gives one of her best performances to date in this psychological horror-comedy drama. Our hearts are won over by her adaptability in the difficult dual roles of "Avni" and "Manjulika." We experience a shudder down our spines when Avni loses all sense of herself and fully changes into Manjulika. We wonder what will happen next. Her persona does an excellent job of illuminating the effects of dissociative identity disorder and reminding the audience that mental health maintenance is essential because even minor, unresolved trauma from the past can manifest as a larger mental illness.

Raychaudhuri, Sohini

I have always been an ardent admirer of Vidya Balan. I literally have strong feelings for every movie starring this formidable Bollywood heroine that has come out to date. Of them, The Dirty Picture (2011), which was based on the life of popular South Indian actress Silk Smitha, is my personal favorite. As Silk, the lead character in this incredibly entertaining movie, the stunning actress gave a commanding performance. Shakuntala Devi, Sherni, and Tumhari Sulu are the other three Vidya-directed films that I really enjoy, excluding the Milan Luthra film.

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