Bollywood actresses have often broken stereotypes with powerful performances and fearless portrayals on screen. They’ve especially redefined how female cops look and the menace they can create in thrilling plots. On this note, here’s looking at actresses who played female cops on-screen.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas – Jai Gangaajal
Priyanka Chopra Jonas unleashed fury as SP Sabha Mathur, the new police superintendent of Bankipur. Stakes shoot up as she faces powerful goons and finds people in her own department turning against her. Priyanka, with her fine acting skills, made the character feel real and intense.
Rani Mukerji – Mardaani franchise
Rani Mukerji raised the stakes as Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani franchise, playing a fearless police officer determined to combat human trafficking. Her raw and powerful performance demonstrated a woman willing to go above and beyond to protect the innocent. The latest installment, Mardaani 3, storms into theaters on 27th February, 2026.
Tabu – Drishyam, Drishyam 2
Tabu stepped into the shoes of a fierce investigator in Drishyam franchise, bringing a deep sense of intensity and depth as IG Meera Deshmukh. She relied on her instinct and intuition to uncover the mystery, setting straight that women police officers can be equally sharp and strong.
Bhumi Satish Pednekkar – Daldal
Bhumi Satish Pednekkar enters the league as DCP Rita Ferreira, whose pursuit of a brutal killer pushes her into corners of the city she wouldn’t choose to be. The series introduces a new shade of Bhumi, who reminds why she’s one of the most compelling actresses of an evolved Bollywood.
Shefali Shah - Delhi Crime
Shefali Shah sent chills down the spine by playing a gritty and dedicated police officer in Delhi Crime, as an officer investigating heinous crimes. The actress earned acclaim for her performance that captured the inner toll of a police officer, making her a standout among all.
Sonakshi Sinha – Dahaad
In Dahaad, Sonakshi Sinha stepped into a new zone as a cop whose fight is against social injustice. By portraying a character that’s both tough and empathetic, Sonakshi highlighted the challenges faced by female officers in law enforcement.
If the fiery portrayals of these actresses are anything to go by, it’d be safe to say that these powerhouse performers aren’t calming down anytime soon!
