5 Underrated Movies Of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Which Are A Must-Watch

In Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays Nandini, a spirited young woman torn between her first love, Sameer (Salman Khan), and her devoted husband, Vanraj (Ajay Devgn). Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Aishwarya’s emotionally rich performance, vibrant screen presence, and expressive dancing made her a standout in this romantic drama.

In Devdas (2002), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays Paro (Parvati), a graceful and strong-willed woman deeply in love with Devdas, played by Shah Rukh Khan. Her performance beautifully captures the pain of unfulfilled love and emotional strength. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film also stars Madhuri Dixit and is known for its grand visuals, soulful music, and Aishwarya’s iconic portrayal of Paro.

In Raincoat (2004), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan stars as Neerja, a woman stuck in a difficult marriage who reconnects with her former lover, played by Ajay Devgn, during a rainy afternoon. Directed by Rituparno Ghosh, the film is about Neerja, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage who reunites with her former lover on a rainy afternoon. Stripping away her glamorous image, she delivers a powerful, understated performance in this poignant drama.

In Shabd (2005), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays Antara, the wife of a celebrated but troubled novelist, played by Sanjay Dutt. As her husband begins using her real-life experiences as inspiration for his fiction, Antara finds herself caught between reality and imagination. Aishwarya delivers a restrained yet compelling performance in this psychological drama, which also stars Zayed Khan.

In Sarbjit (2016), Aishwarya Rai Bachchan portrays Dalbir Kaur, the determined sister of Sarabjit Singh, an Indian man imprisoned in Pakistan under false charges. The film follows her emotional and relentless fight to prove her brother’s innocence and bring him home. The film also stars Randeep Hooda as Sarabjit and is based on a true story.