Shabana Azmi
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Shabana Azmi (born September 18, 1950) is an Indian actress of film, television, and theatre, as well as a women's rights activist and parliamentarian. An alumna of the Film and Television Institute of India of Pune, she debuted in Ankur (1974) and quickly became one of the leading actresses of parallel cinema, an Indian New Wave movement known for its serious content and neo-realism. Recognized as being among the most acclaimed actresses of her country, she has received a record of five National Film Awards for Best Actress, six Filmfare Awards, several international accolades, and the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour awarded by the Government of India, and the Padma Bhushan, the third highest civilian honour awarded by the Government of India. She is best known for her portrayals of unconventional female characters and many of her films have won praise for depicting progressive ideals.
Best Shabana Azmi Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Shabana Azmi's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Shabana Azmi.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Ghoomer | Anina's Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Neerja | Rama Bhanot | Hit | Similar → |
| 2016 | Chalk N Duster | Vidya Sawant | Hit | Similar → |
| 2015 | Jazbaa | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Reluctant Fundamentalist | Ammi | Hit | Similar → |
| 2012 | Celluloid Man | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2011 | Love Breakups Zindagi | Naina's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Luck by Chance | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Om Shanti Om | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Positive | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Umrao Jaan | Khanum Jaan | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | 15 Park Avenue | Prof. Anjali "Anu" Mathur | Average | Similar → |
| 2004 | Morning Raga | Swarnalata | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | Makdee | Makdee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Gaja Gamini | Premchand's Nirmala | Hit | Similar → |
| 1999 | Godmother | Rambhi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1998 | Side Streets | Mrs. Chandra Bipin Raj | Average | Similar → |
| 1997 | Fire | Radha | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | City of Joy | Kamla H. Pal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1991 | Dharavi | Kumud | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Main Azaad Hoon | Subhashini Saigal | Average | Similar → |
| 1989 | Sati | Uma | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Suddenly, One Day | Neeta Roy | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Madame Sousatzka | Sushila Sen | Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Susman (The Essence) | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Khamosh | Shabana Azmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Gangvaa | Jamuna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Crossing | Rama | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | The Ruins | Jamini | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Doosri Dulhan | Chanda | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Avtaar | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Market Place | Rukmini Bai | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Masoom | Indu D. Malhotra | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Arth | Pooja | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Yeh Nazdeekiyan | Shobna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Ashanti | Kamini | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Namkeen | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Suraag | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Hum Paanch | Sundariya | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Sparsh | Kavita | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Khoon Ki Pukaar | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Kissaa Kursee Kaa | Janata | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Parvarish | Shabu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Chess Players | Khurshid | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Amar Akbar Anthony | Laxmi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Karm | Neelam Kumar | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Chor Sipahee | Priya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1976 | Shaque | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Nishant | Sushila | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Ankur: The Seedling | Laxmi | Average | Similar → |
Shabana Azmi - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Shabana Azmi?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Shabana Azmi is "Doosri Dulhan" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Shabana Azmi acted in?
Shabana Azmi has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Shabana Azmi?
Other notable films include "Positive", "Namkeen", and "Chor Sipahee".