8 Best Films of Rajkummar Rao, the Talented Young Bollywood Actor Whose Acting Often Receives Praise

This biographical film is directed by Hansal Mehta and tells the story of Shahid Azmi, a human rights lawyer who fought for justice despite having been a militant. Rajkummar Rao portrays Azmi powerfully, showcasing Azmi's commitment to justice and his personal struggles. The film received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the National Film Award for Best Actor and Best Director.

This comedy thriller film is directed by Amit Masurkar and follows Newton Kumar, a government employee sent to a conflict area for an election duty. Newton's mission is to hold free and fair elections despite the indifference of security forces and the threat of guerrilla attacks. Rajkummar Rao's role as Newton is very honest and authentic, making this film a story that is partly funny, partly frightening about Indian bureaucracy.

This sports drama film is directed by Abhishek Kapoor and follows three friends—Govind, Irfan, and Omi—who dream of opening a cricket training academy. The film depicts their journey as they face growth and communal tensions. Rajkummar Rao's role as Govind is very impressive, and the film received widespread critical acclaim.

This drama film is directed by Hansal Mehta and tells the story of Professor Danish who is fired from his job due to his sexual orientation. Rajkummar Rao plays Deepu Sehgal, a journalist who becomes involved in an unexpected relationship with Danish. The film is a powerful exploration of gay rights and the challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community.

This horror-comedy film is directed by Amar Kaushik and follows Vicky, a tailor who accidentally gets involved in supernatural events. The town of Chanderi is haunted by a headless entity, and Vicky must save the town and the people he loves. Rajkummar Rao's role in this light-hearted yet thrilling film is delightful and entertaining.

This drama thriller film is directed by Vasan Bala and follows Aditya as he attempts to commit the perfect murder. Rajkummar Rao plays Aditya, showcasing his versatility in a morally ambiguous character. The film is an adaptation of a Japanese novel and has received positive acclaim for its unique story and performances.

This romantic comedy film is directed by Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari and follows Bitti, a young girl who lives a free-spirited lifestyle. Rajkummar Rao plays Chirag Dubey, a simple man who falls in love with Bitti. The film received critical acclaim for its lead performances, particularly Rajkummar Rao who made a significant transformation in his role and showcased excellent comic timing.

This thriller film is directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and follows Shaurya who is trapped in his house without access to food, water, or electricity. Rajkummar Rao underwent a massive transformation for this role, losing 7 kg in just 22 days. The film is a deep portrayal of survival and human resilience.