Bollywood
Male
Actors
Who
Aced
Female
Roles:
In
the
world
of
cinema,
actors
continually
push
the
boundaries
of
their
craft,
stepping
into
the
shoes
of
diverse
characters
to
entertain
and
captivate
audiences.
While
it's
not
uncommon
for
actors
to
transform
themselves
physically
and
emotionally
for
a
role,
one
particular
transformation
that
has
often
intrigued
and
fascinated
viewers
is
when
male
actors
take
on
the
challenge
of
portraying
female
characters
on
screen.
From
Rishi
Kapoor's
remarkable
performance
in
Rafoo
Chakar
to
Kamal
Haasan
in
"Chachi
420" to
Ayushmann
Khurrana's
upcoming
role
in
"Dream
Girl
2,"
these
male
actors
have
showcased
their
versatility
and
left
an
indelible
mark
on
the
industry.
Rishi
Kapoor
in
"Rafoo
Chakkar":
Rishi
Kapoor,
known
for
his
charismatic
presence
and
diverse
roles,
wowed
audiences
in
the
classic
comedy
"Rafoo
Chakkar." Playing
a
man
who
disguises
himself
as
a
woman
to
escape
from
a
dangerous
situation,
Kapoor's
impeccable
comic
timing
and
effervescent
energy
brought
the
character
to
life.
Kamal
Haasan
in
"Chachi
420":
Leading
the
pack
of
male
actors
embracing
female
roles
is
the
legendary
Kamal
Haasan,
who
not
only
starred
but
also
directed
the
critically
acclaimed
film
"Chachi
420." Haasan's
impeccable
portrayal
of
Lakshmi,
a
woman
disguised
as
a
nanny,
showcased
his
ability
to
blend
comedy,
empathy,
and
conviction.
With
flawless
makeup,
impeccable
mannerisms,
and
a
deep
understanding
of
the
character,
Haasan
proved
that
the
essence
of
gender
lies
beyond
physical
appearance.
Govinda
in
"Aunty
No.
1":
Known
for
his
impeccable
comic
timing,
Govinda
took
on
the
challenge
of
donning
the
avatar
of
an
aunty
in
the
Bollywood
film
"Aunty
No.
1."
This
rib-tickling
comedy
explored
the
life
of
a
middle-aged
man
who
transforms
into
a
woman
to
win
the
love
of
his
lady.
Govinda's
charismatic
screen
presence
and
ability
to
effortlessly
embrace
feminine
traits
added
an
extra
layer
of
hilarity
to
the
film,
making
it
a
fan
favorite.
Riteish
Deshmukh
in
"Apna
Sapna
Money
Money":
In
the
comedy
caper
"Apna
Sapna
Money
Money," Riteish
Deshmukh
showcased
his
versatility
by
portraying
a
female
character
named
Sania.
Deshmukh's
brilliant
comedic
timing
and
impeccable
execution
of
feminine
gestures
garnered
praise
from
critics
and
audiences
alike.
With
his
infectious
energy
and
dedication
to
the
role,
Deshmukh
added
a
touch
of
glamour
and
humor
to
this
zany
tale
of
mistaken
identities.
Aamir
Khan
in
"Baazi":
In
the
early
stages
of
his
career,
Aamir
Khan
stepped
into
the
shoes
of
a
female
character
in
the
film
"Baazi." Khan's
performance
showcased
his
commitment
to
his
craft
as
he
seamlessly
transformed
into
a
woman
with
grace
and
poise.
Ayushmann
Khurrana
in
"Dream
Girl"
and
its
sequel:
In
the
original
"Dream
Girl,"
Ayushmann
delivered
a
tour
de
force
performance
as
Karamveer
Singh,
a
man
with
the
unique
ability
to
mimic
female
voices.
His
flawless
portrayal
of
various
female
characters
over
the
phone
not
only
tickled
the
audience's
funny
bone
but
also
highlighted
the
nuances
and
complexities
of
gender.
With
the
upcoming
release
of
"Dream
Girl
2,"
audiences
are
eagerly
waiting
for
Ayushmann's
return
to
the
role
that
garnered
him
widespread
acclaim.
His
ability
to
effortlessly
slip
into
the
shoes
of
female
characters,
coupled
with
his
impeccable
comic
timing,
promises
to
challenge
societal
norms
and
provide
a
unique
cinematic
experience
once
again.