“It was so intense”: Farah Khan praises Nushrratt Bharuccha’s performance in Akelli

Nushrratt Bharuccha appeared on The Farah Khan Show for a relaxed conversation that touched upon her career, family, and one of her most demanding performances to date. The episode also saw the actress hosting filmmaker Farah Khan at home, where she prepared Mutton Uppu Kari during a light-hearted cooking session. Dressed in a simple white T-shirt and denim, Nushrratt kept the setting informal, matching the easy tone of the interaction.

During the conversation, Farah Khan invited Nushrratt’s mother to share her thoughts on her daughter’s work. When asked which films stood out, she named Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety and Akelli without hesitation “It was so.. Farah Khan agreed, using the moment to single out Akelli as a particularly challenging film.
Praising the performance, Farah said, “You did a fantastic job. You were the only girl throughout the film; it was so intense that it made my blood pressure rise “It was so.. ” The comment, delivered with humour, also reflected the physical and emotional strain the film placed on its central character.
Akelli marked an important phase in Nushrratt Bharuccha’s career, with the actress carrying most of the film on her shoulders. Her role as a woman navigating an extremely hostile situation was noted for its emotional control and restraint, earning appreciation from critics and viewers alike.
Over the years, Nushrratt has built a varied filmography, moving between mainstream successes and performance-driven projects. From popular titles like Pyaar Ka Punchnama, Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, and Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety to more intense films such as Chhorii and Chhorii 2, her choices reflect a steady shift towards roles that demand greater range and depth.
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