1 / 5In Assi, Taapsee Pannu plays a character who feels deeply driven by a sense of justice. There’s a quiet intensity to her performance, she isn’t loud or over-the-top, but you can feel her determination in every scene. It’s grounded, emotional, and shows her ability to take on strong, socially relevant roles with conviction.2 / 5As Rumi, Taapsee gives you a character who feels impulsive, confused, and deeply emotional. Her performance captures the chaos of love and heartbreak so naturally that you can’t help but root for her even when she’s making messy choices.3 / 5Rani is chaotic, emotional, and far from perfect and that’s exactly why Taapsee is so fun to watch here. She fully leans into the messiness of the character, making you stay hooked even when you don’t fully agree with her.4 / 5 Taapsee Pannu as Minal feels incredibly real like someone you might actually know. You see her fear, her confusion, and her quiet strength all at once, and it never feels overdone. Her courtroom face-offs with Amitabh Bachchan add an extra layer of intensity, making every moment hit harder.5 / 5This performance lives in the small, quiet moments. You can actually see her slowly change from someone who accepts everything to someone who starts questioning it. It’s subtle, honest, and lingers with you long after the film ends.