Veteran actress Farida Jalal, celebrated for her versatility, believes her acting potential remains unexplored and expresses a desire to take on challenging negative roles.
Farida Jalal wants to play more complex roles
Jul 05, 2026
05:00 pm
What's the storyVeteran actor Farida Jalal, who is currently basking in the success of her latest film Welcome to the Jungle, has expressed a desire to explore more challenging roles.
In an interview with Hindustan Times, she said that while she has been appreciated for her performances as a mother figure or a supporting character, she wishes to play more complex roles.
My potential is still untapped; give me negative roles: Farida Jalal
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