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Madhur Bhandarkar Praises Bipasha Basu’s Performance as National Award Worthy
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 14 Jul 2026, 04:38 AM
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Film director Madhur Bhandarkar, known for his 20-year career in corporate cinema, has lauded actress Bipasha Basu’s recent performance as deserving of a National Film Award.
Madhur Bhandarkar, a veteran filmmaker celebrated for his 20‑year tenure in corporate cinema, publicly praised actress Bipasha Basu’s recent work as worthy of a National Film Award.
In an interview with The Times of India, the director highlighted Basu’s nuanced portrayal, noting that her performance stood out among her peers.
Bhandarkar’s endorsement comes at a time when Basu’s film has been gaining critical attention, and the filmmaker’s comment is expected to add weight to her nomination prospects.
The director, who has directed several commercially successful and critically acclaimed films, emphasized that Basu’s dedication to the role was evident in every scene.
Industry insiders say that such praise from a respected filmmaker can influence award committees, potentially boosting Basu’s chances for national recognition.
In an interview with The Times of India, the director highlighted Basu’s nuanced portrayal, noting that her performance stood out among her peers.
Bhandarkar’s endorsement comes at a time when Basu’s film has been gaining critical attention, and the filmmaker’s comment is expected to add weight to her nomination prospects.
The director, who has directed several commercially successful and critically acclaimed films, emphasized that Basu’s dedication to the role was evident in every scene.
Industry insiders say that such praise from a respected filmmaker can influence award committees, potentially boosting Basu’s chances for national recognition.