PremiumIn PICS: From Jayeshbhai Jordaar to Bajirao, Ranveer Singh can transform effortlessly into any character
After Jayeshbhai Jordaar, Ranveer Singh is now gearing up for the release of his film, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, directed by Karan Johar, with Alia Bhatt.
Kanishka Dogra
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Ranveer Singh is one of the top performers in Bollywood today. The actor who made his debut into acting with the film Band Baaja Baaraat has come a long way. He has always managed to surprise the audience and surpass the expectations with his brilliant performances each time. He is an actor who can slip into any character’s shoes and portray them effortlessly. The actor has been heaping praises now for his yet another brilliant performance in Jayeshbhai Jordaar. Meanwhile, let’s look at the other performances that he captivated the audience with.
Let us look at his finest performances in his few films.
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Padmaavat
Sultan Alauddin Khilji in Padmaavat
Sanjay Leela Bhansali directed the 2018 Indian historical drama film Padmaavat. The film is based on Malik Muhammad Jayasi's epic poem of the same name. Ranveer Singh plays Alauddin Khilji in the movie. His portrayal of the self-centred and evil antagonist was unimaginably brilliant. The film features Deepika Padukone as Rani Padmavati and Shahid Kapoor as Maharawal Ratan Singh. Padmaavat is exclusively streaming on Amazon Prime.
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Gully Boy
Gully Boy is a 2019 Bollywood musical drama film, directed by Zoya Akhtar and Ranveer Singh rocked as a promising street rapper from Mumbai's Dharavi slums. The other main characters were portrayed by Alia Bhatt, Kalki Koechlin and Siddhant Chaturvedi.
Gully Boy is now available on Amazon Prime Video.
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Bajirao Mastani
Bajirao Mastani is another historical film where Ranveer Singh aced as Peshwa Bajirao. The film was his second collaboration with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The 2015 epic historical romance film tells the story of Maratha Peshwa Bajirao and his second wife, Mastani. Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra also feature in the major roles. Bajirao Mastani is available on Jio Cinema, Voot and Amazon Prime.
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Simmba
Ranveer Singh as Simmba was humorous, clever, and energetic, and proved that he is a fantastic fit for the role in Rohit Shetty's action film. Also starring Sonu Sood, and Sara Ali Khan, the 2018 film revolves around a dishonest police officer who works for Durva, a wealthy smuggler but has a change of heart when his carelessness leads to the rape of a woman by one of Durva's brothers. Simmba can be viewed on Zee5.
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83
Kapil Dev in 83
Ranveer Singh plays the part of Indian captain Kapil Dev in this sports biopic and he did an excellent job of portraying his persona. Despite never playing cricket in his life, he delivered a believable performance as the sportsman, who led the Indian team to win the 1983 World Cup. Kabir Khan wrote and directed the film ’83. It also stars Pankaj Tripathi, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Jiiva, and many others. The film 83 is available on Netflix and Disney+. Hotstar
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Band Baaja Baaraat
Bittoo Sharma in Band Baaja Baaraat
This is Ranveer Singh's first Hindi film and his effortless performance as the Delhi boy, Bittoo Sharma, won the hearts of the people. The film is a love story of two wedding planners. The 2010 romantic comedy features Anushka Sharma as the female lead. Band Baaja Baaraat is accessible on Prime Video.
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Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela
Ram Rajadi in Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela
Though Ranveer Singh had made a mark in the industry with his performances, it was Ram Leela that got him listed among the top actors of the industry. Everyone was captivated by his on-screen chemistry with now-wife Deepika Padukone. The 2013 tragic romance film is directed and written by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Goliyon Ki Raslila Ramleela can now be streamed on Jio Cinema.
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Dil Dhadakne Do
Kabir Mehra in Dil Dhadakne Do
Ranveer Singh delivered a realistic portrayal of a rich spoilt brat and the youngest member of the Mehra family in the Zoya Akhtar-directed film. The 2015 family comedy-drama film revolves around a dysfunctional wealthy family and also stars Anil Kapoor, Shefali Shah, Priyanka Chopra, Anushka Sharma, and Farhan Akhtar in the key roles. Dil Dhadakne Do is available on Netflix.
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Gunday
Bikram in Gunday
Gunday was the next film of Ranveer after Ram-Leela, which presented him in a completely different avatar. Ranveer had a certain charm in his portrayal of Bikram. Ali Abbas Zafar wrote and directed the 2014 action drama film, which starred him alongside Arjun Kapoor, Priyanka Chopra, and Irrfan Khan. It follows the two best friends who fall in love with the same pole dancer. Gunday is currently available on Amazon Prime.
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Lootera
Varun in Lootera
Lootera is a periodic romantic drama film, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane that was released in 2013. Inspired by author O. Henry's 1907 short novel The Last Leaf, it features Ranveer Singh, opposite Sonakshi Sinha. The plot revolves on an aristocrat's daughter falling in love with a researcher. Ranveer Singh's performance in Lootera is one of his greatest. Ranveer followed a clearly separate set of rules for this film and portrayed the role very cleverly, giving attention to minute details of his character. Lootera is available on Disney+ Hotstar.
