Grey characters in Bollywood have redefined storytelling, adding depth to challenging roles. These complex personalities, flawed yet relatable, have stolen our hearts and have grabbed headlines for the right reasons. Throughout the years, several actors have showcased multifaceted portrayals, exploring the depths and charm of Bollywood’s most beloved grey characters. Take a look:
*Sunny Kaushal – Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba*
In 2024, Sunny Kaushal amazed audiences with his unseen avatar as Abhimanyu Dinesh Pandit in the murder mystery ‘Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba’. The actor got into the skin of the character and left the netizens on the edge of their seats with every frame. His chilling performance did not fail to send shivers down the spine, making the performance one-of-a-kind.
*Shahid Kapoor – Haider*
‘Haider’ stands as one of the most remarkable films of Shahid Kapoor, which sheds light on his versatility and acting finesse. Shahid not only portrayed the complexity of the role really well but also demonstrated his emotional depth as an actor.
*Varun Dhawan – Badlapur*
Varun Dhawan took the audience on a rollercoaster of adventure and thrills with his portrayal of Raghav Purohit in ‘Badlapur’. The actor showcased his range as a fine performer, which labelled ‘Badlapur’ as an iconic film of Varun Dhawan.
*Alia Bhatt – Darlings*
Alia Bhatt left everyone mighty impressed with a fiery avatar in ‘Darlings’, and delivered a performance to be remembered. The actress, with her versatility, resonated with the netizens with her authentic portrayal and dialect and received impressive reviews for her performance.
*Janhvi Kapoor – Good Luck Jerry*
Janhvi Kapoor starred in the black comedy crime film ‘Good Luck Jerry’ and proved her mettle as an actress. Janhvi essayed the role of Jerry and brought to the forefront her range as a power-packed performer. She was lauded for her performance, garnered rave reviews, and left everyone wanting more.
These actors have not only explored the depth and complexities of grey characters but have also changed the dynamics of Indian Cinema with their nuanced portrayals.
