Her talent spells trinitrotoluene on screen. Tabu's famed for scorching celluloid with her topline histrionics. And as per close sources, cineastes and Tabu admirers have reason to rejoice.

'Astitva', Mahesh Manjrekar's bold take on the Indian woman's sexuality and mores did fetch a truckload of acclaim for Tabu and MM. A decade later, Manjrekar is braving up to unleash 'White', a bolder, more incisive take on the sexuality and identity of the middle class woman… with Tabu in the lead!

Reportedly, Tabu baulked when she was lavished with the script, as it has her leaving an insensitive cad of a hubby… and later, opting for a more caring younger man!

"It's true that Tabu was quite shocked when she read the script," confesses MM in a tabloid chat. "But I had written the script of 'White' with her in mind. I couldn't think of anybody else who could play this startling woman who defies every norm in society to assert herself."

Adds MM with a twinge of pride in his tone, "As a director, the thought of making 'White' gives me a real high. It is a look at the feelings, dreams and also the nightmares of an Indian housewife. And it will be more hard hitting than anything that has been attempted on the subject, on screen."

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Vatsal Seth, who shared screen space with Tabu in 'Toh Baat Pakki', says he had fun on the sets when he sang 'Ruk Ruk Ruk..', the famous dance number from the leading lady's 1994 film.

Tabu, who played an older sister's role, took Vatsal and Sharman Joshi under her wings and looked after them on location. She regularly gave tips to Vatsal on how to handle his scenes.

Vatsal one day mustered the courage to break into Tabu's 'Ruk ruk ruk' dance item from the film 'Vijaypath'.

'That's quite true. At first I was quite intimidated by Tabu. I mean she is...My god! The ultimate. But as we shot for the film far away in Ooty where there was no life except shooting we began to know her better. Far from her stern, aloof image, Tabu is loads of fun when you get to know her,' Vatsal said.

There came a time when Tabu and the two boys were totally at ease. That's when 'Ruk ruk' happened.

'We were playing antakshari with the boys on one side and the girls on the other. When I got a chance to sing a song beginning with 'R' I saw it as a god-sent. I had been waiting to sing 'Ruk ruk' to Tabu. It was one of my favourite songs on television when I was younger,' recalled Vatsal.

'Tabu loved my performance. At the end of it she pretended to be serious and said, 'Naughty boy'! She's the best. I will never forget the experience of working with her in 'Toh Baat Pakki'...Such a legend and so hassle-free and so much fun,' he added.

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In a virtually actor dominated industry, she's one actress who stands apart. Tall in stature and taller on talent, Tabassum Hashmi casts a verrryyyyy long shadow.

Tabu, as she's more renowned, has proved her worth in worthwhile efforts such as 'Maachis', 'Chandni Bar', 'Astitva' and 'Hu Tu Tu'. With Ramesh Taurani's 'Toh Baat Pakki!', the national award winner will display her skills in the comic genre.

Most filmmakers regard her as the "hero" in her flicks, though, Tabu is queasy donning that hallowed aura. "All this is fine for the ego," she asserts in a media chat, "When I'm playing the protagonist, I have to work that much harder to come up with an outstanding performance."

Sharman Joshi who shares screen space with Tabu in 'Toh… reveals in a tabloid quote, "Earlier, she'd called me up after seeing 'Life In A Metro' and 'Rang De Basanti' and described my performance as 'superlative'. I was flattered, happy and humbled. When we started shooting together, I realised that she's not just a fine actor, but a hassle free person, as well." Notch one more to the Tabu list…

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Tabu, the actress who is making her comeback in the forthcoming film TOH BAAT PAKKI after almost three years has lined up a new role for herself. The actress is fast turning into a full time writer. This surprise is that Tabu is penning down a script which will be finally directed by her.

Speaking about it, the actress says, "I love to write. I have always been seen in serious roles and now I want to break that trend. With my next release TOH BAAT PAKKI; you will witness a new side of mine. I am also writing a film that will be a comedy film. Whenever I'm traveling I make it a point to complete the story. I would like to direct it as soon as I find the producer", says the actress with visible excitement.

Tabu, who started with some glamour quotient, has largely been seen as an actress with more earthly than oomph appeal. Something, which the actress is trying to change now.

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Her talent spells dynamite onscreen. And although the National award winner is famed for her underplayed, yet dramatic histrionics, her return to cinedom after a yawning hiatus is sure to tickle collective funny bones.

Ramesh Taurani's 'Toh Baat Pakki' illumines the performer in a comic role. And although she has giggled her bit in laugh riots such as 'Chachi 420', ' Hera Pheri' and 'Biwi No. 1', it is Taurani's flick which will showcase her comic timing to the fullest.

"My roles in those films were not necessarily funny, "avers the actress in a newspaper chat. "I agreed to do this film because I haven't done a comedy for a long time. The role and script were fantastic, and everything about 'Toh Baat Pakki' felt right. Besides, the producers Tips Films told me that they shelve the film if I did not agree to do it. It's hugely flattering for an actor to hear this." Sharman Joshi and Vatsal Seth will team up with Tabu to raise those belly laughs in February.

Meanwhile, Marathi film writer director Kedar Shinde who helmed 'Toh … has been over the moon gushing over Tabu in tabloids. "I'm grateful to Ramesh Taurani for giving me Tabu in my very first film. I loved working with her because apart from being hugely talented, she's also very humble." Notch one more devotee on Tabu's gush list …

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