Taapsee Pannu Defends Her Role Against 'Toxic' Claims In Latest Film
Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba: Taapsee Pannu, known for her versatile roles, is set to reprise her character Rani in the upcoming film Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba. Her portrayal of Rani in Haseen Dillruba showcased a unique perspective on love and romance. While some critics labelled it as toxic, many praised Taapsee's performance. Reflecting on her role, Taapsee said, "Reuniting with Rani feels like coming home".
Taapsee Pannu is excited to return as Rani in Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba. She has consistently chosen diverse roles, demonstrating her versatility in each film. With Haseen Dillruba, she stands out as one of the few actresses to successfully lead a female-centric franchise.

In a recent interview, Taapsee discussed her character Rani. She stated, "I view her as someone who doesn't always make the right decisions but also owns up to her mistakes and is ready to pay the price for that. She never tried to portray her flaws with a heroic colour. One may call her alpha or sigma but I don't think she's a toxic protagonist. That's why I'm very happy and proud that I played her and I don't regret it. People who are viewing her from a myopic lens should change their lens right away."
Taapsee further expressed her excitement about reprising Rani's role by saying, "I don't think she's a toxic protagonist. I'm very happy and proud that I played her." She added, "Reuniting with Rani feels like coming home, and I'm thrilled to dive back into her world again."