Emraan Hashmi, one of Bollywood’s most popular actors, turned 45 on Sunday (March 24). The seasoned performer has impressed fans with his ability to experiment with his reel image and versatility. Here is a look at five films that bring out distinct shades of the actor.
Here are 5 reasons to adore the actor and his work.
Murder (Womaniser/ serial kisser)
The ‘Showtime’ actor, who was once called the ‘Serial Kisser’, made a bold choice early in his career with ‘Murder’. The film is a complex story of deceit and lies. It is the reason he rose to fame. His chemistry alongside Malika Sherawat makes it a must-watch affair.
Tiger 3 (Antagonist)
Emraan played the antagonist in Salman Khan’s Tiger 3 and proved to be a good addition to the franchise. The spy-thriller emerged as a success despite mixed reviews. Emraan had previously played the villain in Once Upon A Time in Mumbai where he locked horns with Ajay Devgn.
Conman (Jannat)
The actor also excels in the role of a deceptive conman. . The best example of this is ‘Jannat’. In it, he plays a reckless character who is obsessed with making money to move out of his ordinary life. He eventually goes from playing small-time card games to becoming a bookie.
Romantic Lead (Hamari Adhuri Kahani)
Emraan proved his versatility by stepping into the romance genre and captivating audiences with ‘Hamari Adhuri Kahani’, co-starring Vidya Balan. The film revolves around the tragic equation between Aarav Ruparel, Vasudha and Hari Prasad.
Supporting actor (Footpath)
Last but not the least the ‘Murder’ actor has also made an impact in ‘Footpath’. The film centres on an undercover cop who tries to nab criminals who were once his friends . While he wasn’t the lead he managed to impress in this supporting role.