A Bandra Man named Naseer
“A Wednesday” was one of the few films to catch the viewer’s attention this year. We have two men to thank for this - Naseeruddin Shah and Anupam Kher - both Bollywood veterans. While many big banner films met their doom at the box office, this small film worked chiefly due to the performances by both these veterans. Naseeruddin Shah (I prefer calling him as Naseer) has been giving one classy performance after the other, right from the 70’s. Sadly he has not been appreciated as much as he should be by the Indian fans. He has a wide repertoire of performances that any Bollywood actor would want to be a part of. I would just like to list a few of his important movies.
“Aakrosh” was one of his earliest films and gave him a chance to show us his fine acting skills. On the other hand “Chakra” had him playing a lovable rogue in the slums. Anyone who wants to learn acting can definitely pick up some tips from this film, on how to play a character in a totally convincing manner. The conflict of emotions and the division of love for a wife and an illegitimate son are displayed so finely by Naseer in “Masoom”. Also check Naseer in “Jalwa”. His performance as Inspector Kapil was full of raw energy and totally convincing. He was also able to surprise all his fans with a well toned body in the same. That calls for true dedication to one’s craft.
You also admire him as the patient, understanding husband in “Woh 7 Din”. “Katha” was a gem of a movie, where Naseer played the role of a shy guy to perfection. You feel elated when he is able to win the girl’s hand in marriage at the end of the film. “Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro” gave him an opportunity to play the role of a loser to the highest degree. This film is a cult comedy film for people of all ages.
Is there anyone who has played a drunkard as lovably as he has done in “Iqbal”? Finally “Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na” had Naseer in a small cameo. Throughout the film, he is confined in a photograph, yet he was able to get a smile on my face with his acting. Truly this guy rocks, and I look forward to every performance of his in the near future.
Melser
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