Alia Bhatt To Shefali Shah And Yami Gautam, Female Performances That Stole The Show In 2022

This year has been studded with some strong performances from the female leads who not only stole the show with their acting spectacle but also made everyone fall for their charm. 

Female performances that ruled 2022. ( Image Source :Instagram )

New Delhi: A strong woman character in films has always booked a distinct place in the hearts of the audience. The industry has always been a place where some strong performances from actresses pulled a strong subject on the screen without any male lead and despite the presence of a hero in the film, they added their distinct charm on the screen. This year has been studded with some strong performances from the female leads who not only stole the show with their acting spectacle but also made everyone fall for their charm. 

Standing at the end of 2022, let us have a look at some of the best female performances of the year that are worth giving a watch. 

1. Alia Bhatt

One of the leading ladies of Bollywood, Alia Bhatt wooed the audience with her power-packed performance in 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'. She proved her acting prowess with aplomb, leaving the audience in awe of her performance. Alia also made her digital debut with her maiden production 'Darlings', that was well-received by the audience and critics alike. 

2. Janhvi Kapoor

Janhvi Kapoor is leaving no stone unturned to make her mark in the industry. The actress has been choosing diverse roles and she has definitely succeeded in leaving an impact on the audience. Janhvi played the protagonist in 'Good Luck Jerry', essaying the role of a daughter who shoulders the burden of her family after her father's death. Despite the film's ott release, Janhvi received a lot of appreciation for her performance. She once again wowed the audience later this year, in and as 'Mili', going on to win critical acclaim for her performance.

3. Nushrratt Bharuccha

This year, with 'Janhit Main Jaari', Nushrratt solely headlined another content rich film and brought a strong subject to the audience. She shattered several stereotypes and played the character of a condom saleswoman, stressing upon the use of contraceptives and it's importance. This year, the audience also saw her as Professor Gayatri in Ram Setu, opposite Akshay Kumar, wherein she delivered another impressive act and won hearts. 

4. Yami Gautam Dhar

This has been a year for Yami to book the entire OTT with her films. Starting the year with an intense and thrilling character in 'A Thursday', the actress brought a different intense character in the film. While this was enough for her to show the audience the magic of her acting spectacle, she stepped into yet another different character in 'Dasvi' and went on to receive a lot of love from the audience and the critics. Her winning spree continued with her film ‘Lost’ which premiered at the Chicago South Asian Film Festiva and was well received by the international audience and even received a standing ovation.

5. Vidya Balan

Vidya Balan is undoubtedly an epitome of a strong woman as she carries the film on her shoulders. While she just made her appearance in just one film, 'Jalsa', she went on to win the hearts of the audience with her amazing performance. Well if this was just enough from the actress, the audience is eagerly waiting to have more of her in the future.  

6. Fatima Sana Shaikh

It has been a fruitful year for Fatima. While having impressed the audience with her amazing performance in an anthology, 'Modern Love Mumbai', as Lali from Raat Rani, Fatima received a lot of appreciation from the audience and the critic's for her performance. With Modern Love Mumbai, the actress went on to step into a whole new different character and nailed it with her amazing acting. 

7. Shefali Shah

This year is truly dedicated to Shefali Shah in the literal sense. As the actress not only gave back-to-back films and series to the audience, she delivered a range of characters that are different from each other. She totally conquered the OTT arena and how. With 'Jalsa', 'Darlings', 'Delhi Crime 2', and 'Human' she delivered back-to-back hits on the OTT. In every single film or web series, Shefali proved her strong presence on the screen while pulling the strong character on her own. Moreover, 'DOCTOR G' again brought yet another amazing performance to the audience from the actress.

8. Kareena Kapoor Khan

Kareena Kapoor returned to the silver screen after long and swept away the audience instantly with her performance in 'Laal Singh Chaddha'. Essaying the layered character of Rupa, Kareena once again proved how seasoned an actor she is.

9. Mouni Roy

Mouni Roy essayed the role of the antagonist in Ayan Mukerji's 'Brahmastra'. While the film revolved around Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt, Mouni Roy left a lasting impact on the audience with her intense and terrific performance.

10. Kajol

Kajol's excellence as an actor needs no description. Essaying the role of the mother of a disabled child, Kajol portrayed emotions with utmost perfection, leaving the audience in tears.

11. Tripti Dimri

The 'Bulbbul' actress once again made the audience be in awe of her caliber as she made a power-packed performance in 'Qala', that also marked the debut of Irrfan Khan's son Babil Khan. Essaying the role of a singer who craves for love and recognition from her mother, Tripti subtley brought to the fore the issue of mental health.

12. Tabu

Essaying the role of the ghost Manjulika in 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2', Tabu proved why she was the ideal choice for the role after Vidya Balan, who essayed the character in 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa'. The actress also made her mark in 'Drishyam 2', this time as a mother bent on taking revenge for her son's death.