Manjari Fadnnis wins accolades and an award for ‘The Freelancer’ series

‘The Freelancer’, an enthralling Hindi-language action-thriller series available on Disney+ Hotstar, has garnered widespread praise for its exceptional performances and captivating storyline. Based on the best-selling book ‘A Ticket To Syria’ by Shirish Thorat, the series is created and written by Neeraj Pandey (known for ‘A Wednesday’ and ‘Special 26’) and directed by Bhav Dhulia (known for ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’).

Produced under the banner of Friday Storytellers by Shital Bhatia, ‘The Freelancer’ stars Mohit Raina, Anupam Kher, Kashmira Pardeshi and Manjari Fadnnis among its stellar cast.

In recognition of her outstanding performance in the series, Manjari Fadnnis was recently honoured with a special mention award for ‘Striking Performance’ at the Power Brands Bollywood Film Journalists Awards (BFJA). The award ceremony, held at Novotel in Juhu, Mumbai, was attended by luminaries such as Shabana Azmi, Malaika Arora, Chaitanya Padukone, Manav Kaul, Divya Dutta, Esha Deol and Tanisha Mukerji, among others.

Upon receiving the award, Manjari expressed her gratitude, stating, “I am thrilled and honoured to have won this award for my role in ‘The Freelancer’. It has been a privilege to work on such a fantastic series, with such a talented cast and crew.”

‘The Freelancer’ marks a significant milestone in Manjari’s career, showcasing her versatility and talent. Her nuanced performance in a pivotal role has resonated deeply with audiences, garnering attention from critics and industry insiders alike. Her portrayal has been commended for its depth and authenticity, enriching the narrative with layers of complexity.


In a glowing review of Manjari’s work in the series, the website Popcorn Reviewss wrote, “Manjari Fadnnis as Mrunal delivers a searing act which had layers of complexity to it. Essaying a character dealing with personal trauma can always be tricky in conveying the set of emotions to the viewer, and she does that brilliantly here. The sudden switches of moods in her character were splendid to witness too.”

Known for her versatility and depth as an actress, Manjari Fadnnis has captivated audiences with her portrayals in movies such as ‘Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na’, ‘Warning’, ‘Grand Masti’, ‘Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon’, ‘Barot House’, the Marathi film ‘Adrushya’, short film ‘Khamakha’, and the web series ‘Masoom’ and ‘Miya Biwi Aur Murder’. Her dedication to her craft and commitment to delivering compelling performances have earned her both critical acclaim and audience appreciation.

As the Bollywood actress continues to captivate audiences, Manjari’s upcoming movie, ‘The UP Files’, where she portrays a tough cop, has already generated significant anticipation within the industry and among fans alike.

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