Comedy is a genre that comparatively fewer actresses in Bollywood have attempted and were able to master. It is a genre that has managed to break stereotypes. For instance, Amitabh Bachchan was known as the 'Angry Young Man' till he aced comedy in 'Amar Akbar Anthony'. Richa Chadha is known for her serious portrayals in films such as 'Masaan' but arguably is best remembered for her performance in a quirky comic role as 'Bholi Punjaban' from Fukrey.

Richa Chadha

Even though Richa Chadha's onscreen persona is often tough, she has great comic timing. She seeks inspiration in her work from two iconic actresses, Sridevi and Madhuri Dixit. Shekhar Kapoor recently said that his most memorable shooting experience was when Sridevi imitated Charlie Chaplin, in the film Mr.India. Their proven skills in comedy once ruled the Bollywood. Films like Chalbaaz, Mr. India, Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja, Jamai Raja, Khel amongst many other comedy hit films of the time.