5 standout roles that shaped Monika Panwar’s career
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Jamtara — Sabka Number Ayega (Netflix)
Monika found her first major breakthrough as Dolly in Jamtara. She made Dolly believable in this crime drama series
Khauf (Prime Video)
Monika simply owned this slow-burning horror thriller, bringing depth and intensity to her character with a performance that was haunting and real
As Madhuri, she shifted between vulnerability and fiery resolve while carrying a haunting trauma, and she did it all with subtlety
Class of ’83 (Netflix)
She ensured her role was registered with the audience. It showed how she can take a brief role and make it matter
Mast Mein Rehne Ka (Prime Video)
Monika held her own with remarkable poise, and she breathed youthful authenticity into a slice of life set against loneliness and urban yearning
Dukaan
Playing a surrogate agent, she infused the character with dignity and depth, ensuring the story didn’t slip into stereotypes
From Jamtara to Khauf, Monika`s choices speak louder than any labels. Each role carries her fearless instinct to experiment and deliver
As Monika gears up for the film’s release, it’ll be interesting to see what new ground she breaks as Amma in the highly anticipated Anurag Kashyap directorial
Horoscope today: August 21, 2025