Sonam Kapoor is a Bollywood actress who has carved her own niche in the film industry. Her career spans over 12 years and she has efficiently played her roles.
Born into a family of Bollywood actors, she has been able to carve her own space in the industry and is one of the most popular Bollywood actresses. She is also a fashion icon.
Aisha
One of the most recognizable faces in Indian cinema, Sonam Kapoor has a number of successful films under her belt. She has made a name for herself with her stylish fashion game and her acting abilities.
Her debut film, Saawariya, drew a lot of positive reviews and she was nominated for several awards. Her next movie, Delhi 6, flopped at the box office but her performance was praised.
The actress has since been acting in a variety of projects, including the biographical sports drama, Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. Her latest film, 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga,' focuses on a lesbian couple and has received positive reviews.
Another Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra venture, 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' is a sports drama based on the life of ace sprinter and Olympian Milkha Singh. It stars Farhan Akhtar as Milkha and Sonam Kapoor as Biro, his love interest.
This is not her best movie as far as the box office collections are concerned, but it is an important one in Sonam’s career and deserves a spot on this list. The actress enacted a complex character and won many praises for her performance.
Thank You
It's Sonam Kapoor's 36th birthday today and she's become one of the most respected actors in Indian cinema. With her flamboyant fashion game and her unique selection of films, Sonam has established herself as a Bollywood icon.
Her debut film was 'Saawariya' in 2007, and she went on to act in a number of other popular films including 'Aisha' (2010), 'Thank You' (2011), 'Mausam' (2011), 'Players' (2012), and 'Bombay Talkies' (2013). In 2013, she starred in the Hindi-language romantic drama film 'Raanjhanaa' and earned praise for her deglammed avatar and complex character.
In 2016, she starred in the Hindi-language biographical thriller film 'Neerja' and earned acclaim for her performance. She received a 'Stardust Award' for her performance and also a 'Filmfare Award'.
Another of her more famous movies was 'Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga' which featured a lesbian protagonist and a star cast including Shah Rukh Khan. Although it couldn't rake much in the box office, the film was well appreciated for its entertaining storyline and a fresh pairing.
Raanjhanaa
As Sonam Kapoor celebrates the anniversary of her debut movie, Raanjhanaa, she has shared some pictures from her film sets on Instagram. She says that this movie changed her career graph in Bollywood forever.
Dhanush and Sonam Kapoor give superb performances in this romantic drama directed by Aanand Rai. The director has a wonderful way of telling a love story with his words and music.
It is a story about a young Hindu boy Kundan (Dhanush) who falls in love with Zoya (Sonam Kapoor). They meet as children and their relationship gets deeper and stronger over the years.
They eventually go to Delhi together, and it is here that the rest of the story unfolds. It is a story of love, of unrequited love and also about politics.
The first half is very entertaining and it keeps you hooked throughout the movie. However, the second part takes a lot of time to engage and the movie loses its track due to some political subtexts and plot twists.
Dhanush gives a great performance as Kundan and Sonam Kapoor is just brilliant as Zoya. They both have a great comic timing and their emotional rendering on screen is touching.
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is a biographical sports drama that follows the life of India's famous sprinter Milkha Singh. It is directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and written by Prasoon Joshi.
The film is a bit slow and sluggish at times but it still manages to entertain. It is a well made and highly inspirational movie.
It has a good cast but it is star actor Farhan Akhtar who is the real heart of the movie. He gives his all into this role.
Sonam Kapoor doesn't have much to do but she carries her part with utmost grace and charm.
Divya Dutta is very impressive as Milkha's sister and Pawan Malhotra is good too as a mentor.
It is a very inspiring and motivating movie about Milkha's life. There are some great moments of pathos in this movie.
Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
Sonam Kapoor is a well-known Bollywood actress who has acted in many films. Some of her memorable movies include Sanju, Neerja, Raanjhanaa and Prem Ratan Dhan Payo.
Prem Ratan Dhan Payo is the latest film to star Salman Khan. The movie was released on November 12, 2015 and it is a family drama.
The movie has a good story and it flows easily. It also has a strong message of love and unity among the family members.
But the movie is a bit cliched and it feels like it's trying too hard to be a rehash of previous movies. Despite this, the film still manages to pull off well and the final moments of the movie are really emotional.
The film is a big hit and it has already grossed over a hundred crores in India. It is a great film and is a must watch for all Salman fans.
Neerja
Neerja, directed by Ram Madhvani, is based on the life of Indian flight purser Neerja Bhanot who died in 1986 while saving 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 from terrorists. Adapted from the true story, Sonam Kapoor's performance as Neerja is truly heart-rending.
The film is a must watch, especially for those who love to travel. It will make you believe in the power of humanity and the ability of a good person to do the right thing in life.
It is a white-knuckle ride with a lot of action, but the best part about it is that it stays true to the real life events. It also has brilliant performances from the lead actors.
The supporting actors are also superb. Whether it is Jim Sarbh playing the terrorists or Shabana Azmi expressing motherly love and grief with flawless authenticity, they all add up to a fantastic movie.
Pad Man
Pad Man is a film about Indian sanitary napkin innovator Arunachalam Muruganantham. It follows his journey from a school dropout to a social entrepreneur who worked tirelessly to provide affordable pads to poor women.
It is a story that has the potential to become a cynical melodrama but Balki and co-writer Swanand Kirkire handle it well, with some pinches of humour, a strong narrative drive and a few pinches of drama. It is a social message film that has the heart in the right place.
A young girl teases her brother when he wants to romance his wife but runs away horrified when she sees a sanitary napkin in his hand and a loving but naive wife is scandalised as her husband is "obsessed with women's problems". These moments make the film closer to reality, without becoming didactic.
It is a brave film that dares to tackle the taboo topic of menstruation. It tries to educate and encourage women to use sanitary napkins, but it is also challenged by the societal and cultural stigmas that surround this subject in India.
Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga
Sonam Kapoor is one of the best actresses in Bollywood and her work in films like NEERJA, Raanjhana and Khoobsurat earned her a lot of praises. She has an amazing style and is a fashion icon to many young people.
While a lot of her movies are good, there are some that did not work out for her. However, she is still doing her best to make films and that should not be underestimated.
Ek Ladki Ko Dekha Toh Aisa Laga is an unconventional story of love that employs a fair share of stereotypes to tell a modern and relevant story. Thankfully, the progressive theme and emotional quotient help it rise above a screenplay that lacks sheen.
The film centres around a struggling playwright, Sahil Mirza (Rajkummar Rao), who is away from his family and works on his own terms. When he follows his muse, Sweety Chaudhary (Sonam Kapoor), from Delhi to Punjab’s Moga town and runs into her orthodox businessman-dad and his family, it triggers the whole town to confront its prejudices.
