As Bollywood’s beloved girl-next-door, Nushrratt Bharuccha turns 40 today, it’s the perfect time to celebrate her versatile journey from comedy blockbusters to spine-chilling thrillers.
With each role, she’s stepped further away from stereotypes and cemented her place as a performer who’s not afraid to take risks. Here’s a handpicked list of films and OTT shows that showcase Nushrratt’s undeniable charm, grit, and talent.
1. Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety
This 2018 romantic comedy catapulted Nushrratt into mainstream fame as the cunning and manipulative Sweety, a role that had everyone talking. As the “perfect” fiancée who hides her true intentions, Nushrratt struck a perfect balance between charm and menace. Her chemistry with Kartik Aaryan and the film’s hilarious script turned this into a box-office blockbuster. It’s the ultimate guilty-pleasure watch that put her firmly on the map.
2. Janhit Mein Jaari
In this quirky social comedy, Nushrratt plays a condom saleswoman, a role not many mainstream actresses would dare to take. As Manu, a sharp, ambitious small-town girl, she tackles a taboo topic with confidence, wit, and heart. The film blends humor with hard-hitting messaging, and Nushrratt’s earnest performance adds depth to this unconventional narrative. It’s bold cinema done right.
3. Chhorii
A departure from her usual roles, Chhorii sees Nushrratt venture into the horror genre with surprising ease. As Sakshi, a pregnant woman caught in a haunting village mystery, she delivers a layered performance that balances vulnerability and strength. With no male co-star to rely on, Nushrratt carries the film on her shoulders, proving she can hold the screen in intense, solo-driven narratives.
4. Akelli
Released in 2023, Akelli marks one of Nushrratt’s most hard-hitting performances to date. The film follows Jyoti, a garment factory worker who travels to Iraq for employment, only to find herself trapped amid a brutal civil war. With little support and mounting danger, she must fight for her life. Nushrratt captures the terror, resilience, and hope of a woman caught in geopolitical chaos, and the result is both harrowing and unforgettable.
5. Dream Girl
In Dream Girl, Nushrratt plays Mahi, the sweet and supportive girlfriend of Ayushmann Khurrana’s character, who moonlights as a female voice on a phone-sex hotline. While the spotlight remains on Ayushmann’s comic antics, Nushrratt brings warmth and sincerity to her role, providing an emotional anchor to the film’s chaos. Her bubbly presence adds heart to this laugh-out-loud comedy.
While the above list highlights her most iconic roles, don’t miss her in Ajeeb Daastaans season 1, where she surprises in a dark, nuanced role, or Pyaar Ka Punchnama 2, which adds to her comic credentials.
Whether she’s making you laugh, scream, or root for her, Nushrratt Bharuccha has proven she’s more than just a rom-com queen. As she enters this exciting new chapter at 40, one thing’s for sure, we’re only scratching the surface of what this powerhouse performer can do.
Happy Birthday, Nushrratt!
