Huma Qureshi's dark comedy prowess will shine once again in 'Jolly LLB 3.'
The much-anticipated 'Jolly LLB 3' has kicked off its shooting spree, igniting excitement among fans. Returning to the courtroom fray is the dynamic duo of Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi as advocate Jolly. Brace yourselves for a clash of legal titans as Kumar and Warsi lock horns, while Saurabh Shukla reprises his role as the presiding judge. Adding to the buzz, Huma Qureshi confirmed her involvement in the film via her social media platform, teasing fans with the announcement that "Pushpa Pandey is backkkkk." This isn't Qureshi's first foray into the realm of dark comedy. Let us delve into her previous ventures in this genre before the eagerly awaited 'Jolly LLB 3'.
'Gangs of Wasseypur' is a sprawling two-part saga, a dark comedy crime film created by Anurag Kashyap and co-written with Zeishan Quadri. Set against the backdrop of the coal mafia in Dhanbad, it delves into the intricate power dynamics, political machinations, and blood feuds among three crime dynasties. Anchored by a stellar ensemble cast including Manoj Bajpai, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Pankaj Tripathi, Richa Chadda, Huma Qureshi, and Tigmanshu Dhulia, the narrative spans a staggering 68-year timeline from 1941 to 2009. Both installments garnered widespread critical acclaim and enjoyed commercial success, cultivating a cult following. Renowned for its dark comic tone, innovative soundtrack, and raw portrayal, 'Gangs of Wasseypur' stands as a groundbreaking milestone in Bollywood, pushing the boundaries of traditional filmmaking.
Vasan Bala's 'Monica O My Darling' emerges as a neo-noir dark comedy crime thriller, boasting a stellar cast featuring Rajkummar Rao, Huma Qureshi, and Radhika Apte. Adapted from Keigo Higashino's 1989 Japanese novel 'Burutasu No Shinzou' (Eng: Heart of Brutus), the film draws its title from the iconic song ‘Piya Tu Ab To Aja’ from the 1971 film 'Caravan'. Following its release, 'Monica, O My Darling' garnered praise from critics, quickly ascending to become the most-watched Indian film on Netflix. Its success extended to the 2023 Filmfare OTT Awards, where it secured an impressive 9 nominations, including a nod for Best Actress in a Web Original Film for Huma Qureshi. The storyline revolves around a young engineer, delving into the complexities of his life as he navigates through a well-paying job, an illicit affair with a colleague, and the unforeseen turmoil of blackmail and murder.
Under the deft direction of Abhishek Chaubey, 'Dedh Ishqiya' emerges as a dark comic sequel to the successful 'Ishqiya,' weaving together the misadventures of romantic outlaws Khalujaan (Naseeruddin Shah) and Babban (Arshad Warsi). This time, their escapades lead them through the seven stages of love, with Madhuri Dixit portraying Begum Para and Huma Qureshi as Munniya. The film garnered a blend of mixed and positive critiques from reviewers upon its debut, securing 5 nominations at the 60th Filmfare Awards, including Best Actress for Madhuri Dixit and Best Female Playback Singer for Rekha Bhardwaj for her rendition of ‘Hamari Atariya Pe.’
