It is that time of the year for the audience to decide and honour their favourite stars who entertained them throughout the year with their stellar performances. Hundreds of films release every year in India and many artists, be it newcomers or experienced ones, get a chance to showcase their acting skills on the big screen or on OTT platforms these days. And while some manage to impress the audience, some disappoint, so, let's take a look at the nominations for the Best Actress of 2020

Kangana Ranaut (Panga)

Kangana Ranaut played the role of a former National-level Kabaddi player poised for a comeback after giving birth in Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari's sports-drama Panga. She underwent rigorous training by Gauri Wadekar, who has represented India twice on international platforms. Her performance in the film was much-appreciated by the audience.

Taapsee Pannu (Thappad)

Anubhav Sinha's directorial, Thappad, had was the talk of the town for its hard-hitting content. But it was Taapsee Pannu's Character, which made waves all across for her individuality and was the driving force of the subject that the film showcased. Her character found resonance with women across the country.

Deepika Padukone (Chhapaak)

Deepika Padukone's most recent outing was more than just a film. Inspired by the story of Laxmi Agarwal, Deepika played Malti, a victim of an acid attack, in Chhapaak which highlighted the struggles of acid-attack survivors. Deepika carried the character with sheer dedication and brought about the nuances to turn it into an unforgettable experience.

Vidya Balan (Shakuntala Devi: Human Computer)

Vidya Balan's performance as Shakuntala Devi in her biopic by the same name earned praise from critics and audience alike. She aced the role effortlessly and her preparation resulted in a perfect execution of the character.

Bhumi Pednekar (Durgamati)

Bhumi Pednekar headlined the horror flick Durgamati: The Myth. She played IAS officer Chanchal Chauhan, who is framed by a corrupt person of authority. The plot is woven with an element of horror, as Chanchal is possessed from time to time by the spirit of Durgamati. Bhumi stepped into the shoes of Anushka Shetty who originally played the character in her 2018 Telugu film Bhaagamathie.

Tripti Dimri (Bulbbul)

Tripti Dimri's performance in Bulbbul has been widely acclaimed. The movie is a period horror flick that traverses the journey of a young girl named Bulbbul from innocence to strength, with the looming shadow of the legend of a chudail. Despite being set in the late 19th century, the film has a vein, which resonates with the present.

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