When Sridevi sang praises of Nawazuddin Siddiqui and called him 'a gifted actor'

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is an actor who has carved his niche in the industry without any film background. The star gained immense popularity for his notable roles from his films like Gangs of Wasseypur, Paan Singh Tomar, Kahaani, Talaash, The Lunchbox, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, Manjhi: The Mountain Man and many more. Nawazuddin Siddiqui doesn't only have a huge fan following but also is admired by several Bollywood stars. Sridevi was also one of them.

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In a promotional interview during Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Sridevi's film Mom, she had revealed that she was a huge admirer of Nawaz's work. Taking further about his acting she also said that he is a gifted actor and she has so much respect for him. Sridevi had also said that it is wonderful to see Nawazuddin on screen.

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Mom is the first film of Sridevi with Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Akshaye Khanna. She also praised Akshaye Khanna saying that he is a powerful performer. In the same interview, Sridevi also spoke about the film's script. She shared that the plot of Mom prompted her to take it up. Further talking about the film she said that for her the first thing about a film is the script. She also added that when Sridevi heard Mom's script, it really touched her and moved her. She felt really nice about the story. That’s the reason Sridevi agreed to play the role. 

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The actor also added that she was a director's actor. According to her interview, Sridevi had totally surrendered to her director Ravi Udyawar. She followed his vision and trusted him. She further added that Ravi did a wonderful job. 

About Mom 

The drama flick Mom stars Sridevi, Nawazuddin Siddique, Akshaye Khanna, Sajal Ali, and many more. The film narrates the tale of a mother who avenges the perpetrators. Mom is directed by Ravi Udyawar and was one of actor Sridevi's last Bollywood films. 

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