8 Tabu films to watch on OTT 

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Tabu's top films

Tabu has an impressive filmography in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil cinema. Apart from her acting finesse, she is renowned for her unconventional roles.  

Maachis (Airtel Xstream)  

Set against the backdrop of the Punjab insurgency, Gulzar's political thriller marked a breakthrough role for Tabu. She bagged a National Film Award for her performance.  

Chachi 420 (YouTube)  

This epic comedy film features Tabu as Janki Paswan, the daughter of a Brahmin businessman. She plays the estranged wife of Kamal Haasan in the movie.   

Drishyam (Hotstar)  

This crime thriller features Tabu as a head-strong police officer whose life takes a turn when her son goes missing.   

Maqbool (JioCinema)  

Adapted from William Shakespeare's Macbeth, this crime drama features Tabu as Nimmi. Her character was inspired by Lady Macbeth.   

Hum Saath-Saath Hain (ZEE5)  

This poignant family drama marks one of the top grossers for Tabu. She played the eldest daughter-in-law alongside a star-studded ensemble.  

Chandni Bar (YouTube)  

Madhur Bhandarkar’s crime drama film garnered critical acclaim and recognition for Tabu as she effortlessly played the role of a bar dancer, and also bagged her second National Film Award.  

Astitva (YouTube)

This bilingual drama film features Tabu as a submissive housewife, whose life takes a dark turn when a past secret shakes her present life.  

Cheeni Kum (ZEE5)  

Starring alongside Amitabh Bachchan in this romantic comedy, Tabu plays a thirty-something woman romantically involved with an older man.