Taapsee Pannu has steadily built a filmography that defies typecasting. By choosing bold, layered characters across genres, she has proved time and again that she can deliver in every lane. Her choices range from hard-hitting social films to action thrillers, heartfelt dramas, and even light-hearted comedies.
As we wait for the release of her next film, an intense courtroom drama Assi, here are various genres she has aced as an actress, proving her unmatched versatility.
Legal / Social Drama – Pink (2016)
In this landmark courtroom drama, Taapsee plays Minal, a woman fighting a prejudiced system after a traumatic incident. The film tackles consent and victim-blaming, and her performance was critically acclaimed.
Spy / Action Thriller – Naam Shabana (2017)
Taapsee stars as Shabana Khan, a fierce and skilled undercover agent. This film places her in a high-octane action environment, proving she can handle intense, physically demanding roles.
Social Drama – Thappad (2020)
Taapsee’s emotionally charged performance as a woman reevaluating her life after domestic abuse resonates deeply, showcasing her ability to portray powerful, real-world stories.
Mystery Thriller – Badla (2019)
In this gripping thriller opposite Amitabh Bachchan, she plays a businesswoman tangled in a murder mystery, keeping audiences guessing till the end.
Biographical Sports Drama – Saand Ki Aankh (2019)
Taapsee transforms into real-life sharpshooter Prakashi Tomar, delivering an inspiring performance that celebrates female empowerment and determination.
Romantic Thriller – Haseen Dillruba (2021)
Blending romance with suspense, this film sees her play a complex character accused of murder, balancing emotional depth with mystery.
Comedy Drama – Khel Khel Mein (2024)
In a lighter vein, Taapsee flexes her comedic timing, proving she’s just as comfortable bringing charm and humour to the screen as she is in serious roles.
Romantic Drama – Manmarziyaan (2018)
As Rumi, Taapsee portrays the emotional turbulence of modern relationships with raw honesty, highlighting her depth in romantic storytelling.
Investigative Thriller – Assi (2026)
Assi marks Taapsee Pannu’s reunion with filmmaker Anubhav Sinha after their impactful collaboration in Thappad. Known for backing fearless storytelling, her choice of Assi once again reinforces her inclination towards content-driven cinema and proves her ease in anchoring intense, issue-led thrillers.