Tough lives of hookers in various Bollywood films, Behind all that jazz and makeup

The life of a hooker is never easy. Behind all that jazz and makeup is a struggle to earn a living and make ends meet.

Bollywood has not been ignorant about this aspect and has brought to light the tough lives of hookers in various films.

Kareena Kapoor

Kareena played a sex worker in Chameli and Talash, both of which won laurels for the actress.

Madhuri Dixit
Who can forget Chandramukhi in Devdas. Dressed in heavy lehengas and jewellery, Madhuri’s role in the film became popular for more than just one reason.

Rani Mukerji
Rani played the role of a middle-class role in Laaga Chuneri Mein Daaag, where she forcefully becomes an escort to support her family.

Kalki Koechlin

Kalki played the modern day Chandramukhi in Dev D. She played a college girl during the day and a call girl at night. The film throws light on how a civilized woman is dragged into the prostitution world.

Chandini Bar
Tabu’s role as Mumtaz in the film won her many awards, including one National award. She plays the role of a prostitute, who forcefully gets into the profession after marrying a gangster.