Anushka Sharma Birthday Special: Top 5 Movies To Stream On OTT
As Anushka Sharma celebrates her 38th birthday today, here are some of her top movies you could watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and other OTT platforms.
Happy 38th Birthday to the immensely talented Anushka Sharma! Since her memorable debut in Indian cinema, she has delivered hits across multiple genres, establishing herself as one of Bollywood’s most versatile leading stars. From heartwarming romantic comedies to intense thrillers, her captivating performances have never failed to leave a lasting impact. To celebrate her special day today, here is a curated list of five of her best movies that you can stream right now.
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Check out the list here:
1. Band Baaja Baaraat (Netflix)
Often hailed as her breakout role, Anushka shined as the ambitious Shruti Kakkar, a wedding planner in Delhi who teamed up with Bitoo (Ranveer Singh in his debut). Together, they launched a wedding enterprise called Shaadi Mubarak with a strict professional code to maintain a business-only relationship. Their crackling chemistry turned the film into an instant cult favourite, exploring their journey from college graduates to successful entrepreneurs until their pact was jeopardized when Shruti fell in love. The 2010 movie, directed by Maneesh Sharma, made Rs 30 crore worldwide against a reported budget of Rs 13 crore.
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2. NH10 (ZEE5, Amazon Prime Video)
Marking her debut as a producer, this film featured Anushka Sharma in a raw, gritty, and powerhouse performance as Meera. To celebrate her birthday, Meera and her on-screen husband embarked on a seemingly chill road trip that swiftly turned into a horrific night. After encountering a violent honour killing and getting entangled with a ruthless gang, Meera was forced to fight for survival on an unknown highway. Critics widely praised it as one of the best survival thrillers in Bollywood. The 2015 movie was directed by Navdeep Singh and made over Rs 40 crore worldwide.
3. Sultan (Netflix)
This massive commercial hit and romantic sports drama was set in Haryana and starred Anushka opposite Salman Khan. She played Aarfa, a fierce wrestler and coach who brought ambition back to life for local wrestler Sultan Ali Khan (Salman). Anushka underwent intense real-life training to ensure her athletic performance looked completely authentic. The emotional narrative followed their rise to international games, while also delving into the tragic loss of their son due to a rare blood type shortage. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, it was released in July 2016 and minted Rs 627.82 crore worldwide.
4. PK (Netflix)
Holding a high IMDb rating of 8.1, Rajkumar Hirani's satirical comedy-sci-fi remains Anushka's highest-grossing film. She starred as Jagat Janani Sahni, fondly known as Jaggu, a determined journalist who became a true friend to an innocent alien (Aamir Khan) lost on Earth without his communication device. Jaggu helped him navigate and understand Earth's religions. Anushka gained a massive fan base for her standout presence and her famous pixie haircut in the film. The 2014 Bollywood movie made Rs 792 crore worldwide.
5. Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (Netflix)
Aditya Chopra’s blockbuster hit marked Anushka Sharma’s spectacular debut alongside Shah Rukh Khan. She played Taani, a lively young woman with a passion for dance who got married to Surinder, a simple, middle-class man. What began as a slow marriage beautifully shifted when Surinder confidently expressed his feelings of romance, eventually leading Taani to realise he is the man of her dreams. Fans continue to fall in love with this simple, realistic, and touching love story. Made on a budget of Rs 35 crore, the 2008 Bollywood film earned Rs 151 crore worldwide.
Honourable Mentions
Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (Amazon Prime Video)
In this fan-favourite, star-studded drama, Anushka Sharma delivered a graceful performance as Alizeh, an independent woman dealing with a long-lost love. Trying to recover from heartbreak, she formed an incredible bond with Ayan (Ranbir Kapoor), navigating the deep waters of friendship and emotional pain. The 2016 movie was directed by Karan Johar and earned a lot of love for its hit songs. It also starred Aishwarya Rai and Fawad Khan.
Sui Dhaaga: Made in India (Netflix)
Anushka beautifully portrayed Mamta, a realistic, down-to-earth, and quietly strong woman. She acted as a deeply supportive wife who helped her husband, Mauji (Varun Dhawan), escape social humiliation. Together, the couple started their own self-reliant tailoring business, perfectly depicting the real hardships faced by Indian labourers. The 2018 movie was directed by Sharat Katariya and made Rs 124 crore worldwide.
