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Farah Khan Lauds Huma Qureshi’s ‘Delhi Crime 3’ Turn, Jokes She’ll ‘Snatch’ Awards

The filmmaker’s Instagram applause underscores early positive reception for the Netflix season centered on a human-trafficking investigation.

Overview

  • Huma Qureshi portrays Meena, also called Badi Didi, the mastermind of a trafficking network in the third season of Delhi Crime.
  • Qureshi said she avoided a one-note ‘filmy’ villain, grounding the character with language choices and a survivor’s backstory.
  • Farah Khan posted that she was ‘astounded’ and ‘a bit scared’ by the performance and quipped she would grab trophies if awards don’t go Qureshi’s way.
  • The season, directed by Tanuj Chopra and produced by Golden Karavan and SK Global Entertainment, premiered on Netflix on November 13 with Shefali Shah, Rasika Dugal and Rajesh Tailang returning.
  • Qureshi described a demanding shoot, recalling a 48-hour stretch with little sleep, as early coverage and reviews highlight strong audience and industry response.