MUMBAI: Today marks the International Transgender's Day, which reminds us our favourite actors performing some great transgender characters on the big screen. The amazing performances are loved by fans till date. 

Having said that, let's have a look at the list of actors who played transgender on big screens. 

Sharad Kelkar

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Sharad Kelkar is one of the most loved actors we have in Bollywood industry. The actor was seen playing a transgender in the movie Laxmii and his performance impressed all. 

Akshay Kumar

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Akshay Kumar was seen playing a transgender in the movie Laxmi as well. The actor was loved for his small role of transgender in the movie, which created a strong mark.

Vijay Raaz

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Another brilliant actor coming from the acting industry, Vijay Raaz has been blessing the fans with some great characters. His character of a transgender in the movie Gangubai Kathiawadi was immensely loved. 

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Ashutosh Rana

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One of the most iconic characters of Ashutosh Rana is of Lajja Shankar. The actor played transgender in the movie and till today, his performance is remembered by the audience. 

Paresh Rawal

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One of the most loved actors of Bollywood industry, Paresh Rawal played a transgender in the movie Tamanna. The performance of the actor, as usual, created a strong mark. 

Sushmita Sen

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Actress Sushmita Sen is all set to play a transgender in the upcoming movie Taali. The actress never fails to impress the audience with her characters and we eagerly look forward to watch her in this avatar. 

Well, these are some of the actors who played transgender in their movies. Which is your favourite? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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