Nandita Das
ActingAbout Nandita Das
Nandita Das is an actor and director, one of the leading figures in the Indian film industry. She has acted in more than 40 feature films in ten different languages. Das has been acclaimed for numerous performances, including in Fire (1996), Earth (1998), Bawandar (2000), Kannathil Muthamittal (2002), Azhagi (2002), Kamli (2006), and Before The Rains (2007). Her directorial debut was with Firaaq (2008), which premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, traveled to more than 50 festivals, and won more than 20 awards.
Nandita Das Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Nandita Das reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 45 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Nandita Das's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 47% of Nandita Das's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Daughters of This Century, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Nandita Das Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Nandita Das's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Nandita Das has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Kaleidoscope Now | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | A Knock on the Door | Reena | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Viraata Parvam | Shakuntala | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Listen To Her | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyun Aata Hai? | Stella | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Bird of Dusk | Herself | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Dhaad | Monghi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2017 | Khamosh Adalat Jaari Hai | Leela Benare | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | Traces of Sandalwood | Mina | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Neerparavai | Esther | Average | Similar → |
| 2011 | I Am | Afia Kidwai | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Ramchand Pakistani | Champa | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Four Women | The Spinster | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | A Drop of Life | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Before the Rains | Sajaani | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | Provoked: A True Story | Radha Dalal | Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Footsteps | Megha | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Kamli | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | Vishwa Thulasi | Thulasi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Kagaar | Aditi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Shubho Muharat | Mallika Sen | Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Supari | Mamta Shekari | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | Ek Alag Mausam | Aparna Suresh Verma | Flop | Similar → |
| 2003 | One Day, 24 Hours | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2003 | Bas Yun Hi | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kannaki | Kannaki | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Lal Salaam | Rupi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | This, My Land | Shokhina | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Kannathil Muthamittal | M.D. Shyama | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Azhagi | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Pitaah | Paro | Average | Similar → |
| 2001 | Aks | Supriya | Flop | Similar → |
| 2001 | Daughters of This Century | Charu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Bawandar | Saanvri | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Punaradhivasam | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2000 | Hari-Bhari | Afsana | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Rockford | Lily Vegas | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Deveeri | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Biswaprakash | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1998 | Earth | Shanta | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Birthday | Sarasu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Mother of 1084 | Nandini Mitra | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fire | Sita | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Parinati | Lakha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Nadhi | Devi | Flop | Similar → |
Nandita Das - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Nandita Das?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Nandita Das is "Daughters of This Century" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Nandita Das acted in?
Nandita Das has been featured in at least 45 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Nandita Das?
Other notable films include "One Day, 24 Hours", "Kannaki", and "Ramchand Pakistani".