Bollywood Breakthrough: Lights, Camera, Controversy?
Urvashi’s film journey is a mix of big breaks, challenging roles, and undeniable screen presence, often intertwined with public scrutiny.
- Debut: Made her acting debut with the Tamil film Singam 2 (2013), starring alongside Suriya. Though a supporting role, it marked her entry into cinema.
- Hindi Debut: Singh Saab The Great (2013) opposite Sunny Deol. Her performance as the female lead garnered attention for her glamour but received mixed critical reviews.
- Rise to Prominence:
- Sanam Re (2016): Played a dual role, showcasing more depth alongside Pulkit Samrat and Yami Gautam. The film’s music and visuals were hits.
- Great Grand Masti (2016): A commercially successful adult comedy, though critically panned. Urvashi’s role was significant, cementing her “glamour doll” image for a wider audience.
- Filmography Highlights & Reception:
- Hate Story 4 (2018): Portrayed the lead antagonist, a departure from her usual roles. Performance was noted.
- Pagalpanti (2019): Ensemble comedy with John Abraham, Anil Kapoor. A commercial entertainer where she held her own.
- Virgin Bhanupriya (2020 – Telugu): Marked her Telugu debut. A thriller where her performance was well-received.
- Inspector Avinash (2023 – Web Series): Played a pivotal role alongside Randeep Hooda, showcasing a more serious side in a crime drama.
Urvashi Rautela Movies List (Selective):
| Year | Film | Language | Role | Co-Stars | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Singh Saab The Great | Hindi | Minna | Sunny Deol | Bollywood Debut |
| 2013 | Singam 2 | Tamil | Kavya | Suriya | Tamil Debut |
| 2015 | Karbonn Smart Anthem (Ad) | – | Herself | – | Viral Ad Campaign |
| 2016 | Sanam Re | Hindi | Shruti / Akanksha | Pulkit Samrat, Yami Gautam | Dual Role |
| 2016 | Great Grand Masti | Hindi | Anjali | Riteish Deshmukh, Aftab S | Major Commercial Hit |
| 2017 | Noor | Hindi | Herself (Cameo) | Sonakshi Sinha | Special Appearance in Song |
| 2018 | Hate Story 4 | Hindi | Aana Rastogi | Vivan Bhatena | Lead Role, Antagonist |
| 2019 | Pagalpanti | Hindi | Jasmeet | John Abraham, Anil Kapoor | Ensemble Cast Comedy |
| 2020 | Virgin Bhanupriya | Telugu | Bhanupriya | Sundeep Kishan | Telugu Debut, Lead Role |
| 2022 | NBK109 (Announced) | Telugu | – | Bobby Deol | Upcoming |
| 2023 | Inspector Avinash | Hindi (Web) | Rajeshwari Pandey | Randeep Hooda | JioCinema Series, Key Support |
| 2023 | Black Rose (Announced) | Hindi | – | – | Upcoming Thriller |
- Critical & Commercial Reality: Urvashi has consistently landed roles in significant projects, often in the glamorous “heroine” space. While commercially some films succeeded (GGM, Pagalpanti), critical acclaim for her acting has been elusive. She’s frequently praised for her looks, dancing, and screen presence, but nuanced acting recognition is still a work in progress. She faces the common challenge of breaking out of the “glamorous” typecast in mainstream Hindi cinema.
- Upcoming Projects: Eagerly awaited projects include the Telugu film NBK109 with Bobby Deol and the Hindi thriller Black Rose, hinting at her continued pan-Indian ambitions.