Shabana Azmi's almost five-decade-long career has witnessed her star in classic art films and she is a trailblazing figure of parallel cinema. On her 73rd birthday, let's look at some of her art films.
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'Mandi'
In 'Mandi,' Azmi portrayed a brothel madam. The story was driven by women and explored their agency and sexuality. Smita Patil and Neena Gupa co-starred.
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'Arth'
In the semi-autobiographical film 'Arth,' she played a woman living independently after her marriage falls apart, winning her a National Film Award.
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'Sparsh'
'Sparsh' showcased Azmi's acting prowess alongside Naseeruddin Shah in an immortal story of love and resilience.
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'Ek Doctor ki Maut'
'Ek Doctor Ki Maut' depicted the bureaucratic negligence affecting a doctor's life, with Azmi playing the lead's supportive wife.