Saawariya, which released in 2007, tells the story of a tramp who falls in love with a woman awaiting the return of her lover. The film also marked the debut of actor Ranbir Kapoor; Rani Mukerji and Salman Khan appeared in supporting roles. The film was highly anticipated in India, but emerged as a box office flop.[15][16] In his review, critic Taran Adarsh of the entertainment portal Bollywood Hungama called Kapoor an "average actor", and said that her "role doesn't give her the opportunity to display histrionics. She looks gorgeous at places, but plain ordinary at times." However, she was nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut for her performance in the film.