
Sharmila Tagore
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Sharmila Tagore (born December 8, 1944) is an Indian actress known for her work in Hindi and Bengali cinema. Regarded among the greatest actresses in the history of Indian cinema, she has been a recipient of multiple accolades, including a Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award and a Padma Bhushan, India's third highest civilian honour.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sharmila Tagore reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Sharmila Tagore's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 46% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sharmila Tagore remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Doosri Dulhan, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sharmila Tagore Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sharmila Tagore's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sharmila Tagore.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | OutHouse | Aadima | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Gulmohar | Kusum Batra | Average | Similar → |
| 2015 | Bollywood and Beyond: A Century of Indian Cinema | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Break Ke Baad | Ayesha Khan | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Life Goes On | Manju | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Morning Walk | Neelima | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | 8 x 10 Tasveer | Savitri Puri | Flop | Similar → |
| 2009 | Antaheen | Abhik's Pishi | Average | Similar → |
| 2007 | Eklavya: The Royal Guard | Queen Suhasinidevi | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Viruddh... Family Comes First | Sumitra Patwardhan | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | Shubho Muharat | Padmini Chowdhury | Average | Similar → |
| 2000 | Dhadkan | Dev's Mother | Average | Similar → |
| 1999 | Mann | Dev's grandmother | Average | Similar → |
| 1993 | Aashik Aawara | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Mississippi Masala | Kinnu | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | New Delhi Times | Nisha | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sunny | Sitara | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Doosri Dulhan | Renu | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Durdesh | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Namkeen | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Naseeb | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Besharam | Renuka / Monica | Flop | Similar → |
| 1975 | Faraar | Mala / Asha | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Ek Mahal Ho Sapno Ka | Aruna Sehgal | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Chupke Chupke | Sulekha Chaturvedi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Amanush | Lekha | Average | Similar → |
| 1973 | Aa Gale Lag Jaa | Preeti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Daag | Sonia Kohli | Average | Similar → |
| 1972 | Amar Prem | Pushpa | Hit | Similar → |
| 1972 | Maalik | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Seemabaddha | Tutul | Hit | Similar → |
| 1970 | Journey | Neela | Average | Similar → |
| 1970 | Days and Nights in the Forest | Aparna | Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | The Apu Trilogy | Aparna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Yakeen | Rita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1969 | Aradhana | Vandhana Tripathi | Hit | Similar → |
| 1969 | Satyakam | Ranjana | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1968 | Mere Hamdam Mere Dost | Anita | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1967 | An Evening in Paris | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Aamne-Saamne | Sapna Mathur / Sapna G. Mittal | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | The Hero | Aditi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Yeh Raat Phir Na Aaygi | Kiran / Kiranmai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Anupama | Uma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1966 | Sawan Ki Ghata | Seema | Hit | Similar → |
| 1965 | Waqt | Renu Khanna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1964 | Subho O Debotar Gras | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | The Desolate Beach | Renu | Flop | Similar → |
| 1963 | Barnali | Aloka Choudhury | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1960 | Devi | Doyamoyee | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1959 | The World of Apu | Aparna Ray | Super Hit | Similar → |
Sharmila Tagore - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sharmila Tagore?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sharmila Tagore is "Doosri Dulhan" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Sharmila Tagore acted in?
Sharmila Tagore has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Sharmila Tagore?
Other notable films include "Namkeen", "Barnali", and "Mere Hamdam Mere Dost".




