Becoming Parveen Babi

Talk about going through a purple patch in one’s career. Triptii Dimri, who began the new year with Vishal Bhardwaj’s next, has bagged another biggie. She has apparently been roped in for a Netflix series based on Parveen Babi’s life. The biopic of the late actor, who was known for her glamour and hit films in the ’70s and ’80s, will be helmed by Shonali Bose of The Sky is Pink (2019) fame. A source reveals, “There was speculation around the project over the past year. But now, things are on track. Triptii’s dates have been locked, and Shonali and her team are moving swiftly to begin production on this ambitious project.” It has been heard that the series will depict the life of the iconic actor, her relationships, and her battle with mental health. If Triptii’s vulnerable performances in Bulbbul (2020) and Qala (2022) are any indication, she might just be the perfect choice for the role. 

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