6 Shabana Azmi films you might have missed watching

This is a quiet, emotional film where Shabana plays a woman trying to understand herself and her life. Her performance is heartfelt and real — perfect if you like meaningful cinema.

Kadambari (1976)

Both a family drama and suspense, this film shows Shabana in a strong and serious role. Alongside Vinod Khanna, she brings a lot of depth to her character.

Adha Din Adhi Raat  (1977)

This is a full-on Bollywood masala movie directed by Manmohan Desai, with Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna. Shabana plays a key role and adds a calm, strong touch to this fun, action-packed film. 

Parvarish  (1977)

A drama about marriage and relationships, this film follows three couples and their ups and downs. Shabana’s role is very relatable, she plays a modern woman facing real-life problems. 

Swarg Narak  (1978)

This film has a serious tone and talks about social issues. Shabana plays a bold, fearless woman who stands up for what’s right. 

Jwalamukhi  (1980)

Shabana plays a strong woman fighting against injustice and patriarchy. It’s an emotional and dramatic film, and her performance is full of strength and fire. 

Amba  (1990)