In the late '90s, Bollywood witnessed a surprising turn when a beloved actress, known for her charm and grace, stepped into a role no one expected.

In gripping 1997 action thriller, she portrayed a cold and calculating serial killer, a performance that not only broke stereotypes but also left audiences speechless. With her intense expressions and sinister calmness, she proved that a heroine could carry the weight of a villain with equal power. Her dark portrayal still lingers in the minds of thriller fans.

Bollywood Actress Kajol

Here we are talking about Bollywood actress Kajol, who played role of a villain in Bobby Deol's film Gupt. In this thriller film, Manisha Koirala and Kajol were in the lead roles along with Bobby. Veteran actors like Dalip Tahil, Om Puri, Prem Chopra, Raj Babbar, Paresh Rawal and Raza Murad were also seen in the film. Kajol surprised everyone with her brilliant acting. Her villainous role was so strong that till the end of the film, no one believed that Kajol was the villain.

Kajol played the role of Isha, who loves Sahil (played by Bobby Deol). But Sahil's heart beats for Sheetal (played by Manisha Koirala). Isha plots many cunning conspiracies to get Sahil. Seeing her conspiracies, the audience was also surprised at her character arc, at how someone could play the game so cleverly. This action thriller was a superhit film and it was also one of the highest-grossing films of 1997. At the 43rd Filmfare Awards, Gupt received 8 nominations, including Best Film and Best Director (Rajeev Rai), and won 3 awards, including Best Villain. Kajol became the first actress in history of Filmfare Awards to win Best Performance in a Negative Role.

More About Gupt

Gupt goes beyond its intricate storyline to captivate viewers. The movie is filled with thrilling action scenes that highlight the stars' physical abilities. From rapid car pursuits across Mumbai's roads to fierce hand-to-hand fighting, Gupt excels in providing action. In addition to its thrilling sequences and gripping storyline, this film gained fame for its appealing background score and memorable songs such as 'Duniya Haseeno Ka Mela', 'Mushkil Bada Yeh Pyaar Hai' and 'Yeh Pyaar Kya Hai.'