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Vidya Balan's Glamorous Transformation: A Look Back At Her Fearless And Fabulous Journey
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Unlike most other actresses, Vidya Balan's debut Hindi film was neither cliche nor glamorous. She chose Parineeta, opposite Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt. Vidya played a beautiful Bengali woman, winning several accolades in the process. (Image: IMDb)
The Dirty Picture, a biopic on the famous South Indian star Silk Smitha, was the turning point in Vidya's career. Not only was she hailed for her acting, but her self-confidence in embracing her curves was considered path-breaking. (Image: IMDb)
Over the years, Vidya Balan became a champion for wearing sarees. The beauty was often seen draped in Kanjeevarams and other handloom sarees, even at international events such as Cannes. (Image: Instagram)
Vidya Balan has always been fearless and fabulous, be it with her women-centric films, her work-life rhythm, or her fashion statements. And this cover shoot for The Peacock Magazine only goes on to prove the point effortlessly. (Image: Instagram)