- By Ridhi Suri
- Sat, 30 Mar 2024 02:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
In the ever-changing realm of cinema, actors consistently adjust and delve into a multitude of roles to stay relevant in the evolving industry landscape. Learning to bounce back from setbacks is a valuable lesson that can be gleaned from Bollywood, especially considering the blockbuster year that was 2023 and 2024 for the Hindi film industry. The Deol family, including Dharmendra and his sons Sunny and Bobby, experienced notable success. Emraan received widespread acclaim for his performance as the antagonist Aatish in the Maneesh Sharma-directed film Tiger 3. Additionally, Tabu in Crew, in too hot to handle. Let's explore actors who have made remarkable comebacks in their careers, winning over audiences with their performances.
Tabu
In the film, Tabu portrays Geeta, the wife of a supportive yet unemployed husband, who eagerly awaits her provident fund payout to escape to a new life in Goa. Well, no doubt Tabu's character was truly captivating and not to be missed. With her charm, ambition, and fearlessness, she effortlessly wins over the audience's hearts.
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Dharmendra, Sunny and Bobby- 'The Deol'
The Deols' remarkable comeback! Dharmendra made his on-screen return after a hiatus with 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'. Portraying a lovestruck character, the veteran actor surprised everyone with an on-screen kiss with Shabana Azmi in Karan Johar's directorial. While audiences were still processing that, elder son Sunny Deol made a triumphant return to the silver screen with the sequel to 'Gadar'. The film caused a sensation at the box office. Penned by Shaktimaan Talwar and directed by Anil Sharma, the film continued the narrative against the backdrop of the 1971 India-Pakistan war, centering on the son of Tara Singh (played by Sunny) and Sakeena (portrayed by Ameesha Patel) from the original movie, named Charanjeet aka Utkarsh Sharma. Remarkably, the film has earned the distinction of being the highest-grossing Hindi movie in India, surpassing Shah Rukh Khan's 'Pathaan.'
Bobby Deol made a significant impact with Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal'. From his powerful action sequences to his dance number 'Jamal Kudu,' the actor reaffirmed why fans affectionately call him 'Lord Bobby.' Returning to the screen, Bobby played the character of Abrar ul Haque and garnered praise despite having limited screen time.
Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi
In Karan Johar's 'Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani,' Jaya Bachchan and Shabana Azmi maked a significant comeback, that left everyone excited. They were lauded for their respective roles. Portraying the character of Dhanalakshmi Randhawa, the grandmother of Rocky (played by Ranveer Singh) and the matriarch of the affluent Randhawa family, Jaya's performance garnered attention.
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Emraan Hashmi
Emraan Hashmi, who made his acting debut in 2003 with the film 'Footpath' and gained widespread recognition for his role in 'Murder' (2004), which established him as a leading actor in Bollywood. Throughout his career, the actor has starred in a diverse range of films across various genres, including romantic dramas, thrillers, and crime films. He is often referred to as the 'Serial Kisser' due to his frequent on-screen kissing scenes in early films. Now, he received widespread acclaim for his depiction of the antagonist Aatish in Maneesh Sharma's directorial venture, Tiger 3. His performance earned him nominations at prestigious events such as the International Iconic Awards and Bollywood Life Awards. Emraan was recognized in categories like Best Performance by an Actor in a Negative Role and Best Actor in a Negative Role.
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Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham
Shah Rukh Khan and John Abraham made their comeback with Siddharth Anand's Pathaan. The YRF spy-verse shattered box office record. The film featured the duo in a high-octane action role.
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