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Ahead of Mardaani 3 and Daldal, watch these 12 female cops take on crime

Updated On: 30 January, 2026 02:53 PM IST | Amarylisa Gonsalves

As Mardaani 3 and Daldal hit the screens, Rani Mukerji and Bhumi Pednekar are commanding attention in thier respective roles as cops. And what better day to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about the outstanding portrayals of female cops by Bollywood actresses.

As Mardaani 3 and Daldal hit the screens, Rani Mukerji and Bhumi Pednekar are commanding attention in thier respective roles as cops. And what better day to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about the outstanding portrayals of female cops by Bollywood actresses.

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As Mardaani 3 and Daldal hit the screens, Rani Mukerji and Bhumi Pednekar are commanding attention in thier respective roles as cops. And what better day to take a trip down memory lane and reminisce about the outstanding portrayals of female cops by Bollywood actresses.
<p><strong>Priyanka Chopra Jonas &ndash; Jai Gangaajal</strong></p>
<p>Priyanka played an upright and fearless officer who stands tall against corruption, commanding authority with unwavering purpose.</p>

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas – Jai Gangaajal

Priyanka played an upright and fearless officer who stands tall against corruption, commanding authority with unwavering purpose.

<p><strong>Sonakshi Sinha &ndash; Dahaad</strong></p>
<p>Donning a uniform, Sonakshi plays a grounded and determined officer, who balances resilience with vulnerability in an impactful performance.</p>

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Sonakshi Sinha – Dahaad

Donning a uniform, Sonakshi plays a grounded and determined officer, who balances resilience with vulnerability in an impactful performance.

<p><strong>Shefali Shah - Delhi Crimes</strong></p>
<p>Shefali Shah portrays a determined, no-nonsense police officer tackling complex crimes in Delhi with her wisdom and intuitive abilities.</p>

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Shefali Shah - Delhi Crimes

Shefali Shah portrays a determined, no-nonsense police officer tackling complex crimes in Delhi with her wisdom and intuitive abilities.

<p><strong>Tabu &ndash; Drishyam</strong></p>
<p>As IG Meera Deshmukh, Tabu delivers intensity and sharp restraint, making power feel intimidating with her glance.</p>

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Tabu – Drishyam

As IG Meera Deshmukh, Tabu delivers intensity and sharp restraint, making power feel intimidating with her glance.

<p><strong>Rani Mukerji &ndash; Mardaani</strong></p>
<p>As Shivani Shivaji Roy, Rani Mukerji redefined the on-screen cop with courage, moral conviction, and unapologetic toughness.</p>

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Rani Mukerji – Mardaani

As Shivani Shivaji Roy, Rani Mukerji redefined the on-screen cop with courage, moral conviction, and unapologetic toughness.

<p><strong>Mona Singh &ndash; Kohrra Season 2</strong></p>
<p>As a no-nonsense police officer, Mona Singh brings authority and emotional depth to every scene, proving that strength commands respect.</p>

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Mona Singh – Kohrra Season 2

As a no-nonsense police officer, Mona Singh brings authority and emotional depth to every scene, proving that strength commands respect.

<p><strong>Hema Malini &ndash; Andha Kanoon</strong></p>
<p>Hema Malini is among the earliest actresses to don the uniform on screen. She brought grace and authority to the role at a time when such portrayals were rare.</p>

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Hema Malini – Andha Kanoon

Hema Malini is among the earliest actresses to don the uniform on screen. She brought grace and authority to the role at a time when such portrayals were rare.

<p><strong>Raveena Tandon - Aranyak</strong></p>
<p>Raveena played Kasturi Dogra, a determined police officer in a fictional Himalayan town, tackling a case involving a murdered foreign national, personal family issues, and local myths.&nbsp;</p>

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Raveena Tandon - Aranyak

Raveena played Kasturi Dogra, a determined police officer in a fictional Himalayan town, tackling a case involving a murdered foreign national, personal family issues, and local myths. 

<p><strong>Shilpa Shetty &ndash; Chhote Sarkar</strong></p>
<p>Shilpa&rsquo;s confidence as a police officer is paired with strength and style.</p>

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Shilpa Shetty – Chhote Sarkar

Shilpa’s confidence as a police officer is paired with strength and style.

<p><strong>Rekha &ndash; Phool Bane Angaray</strong></p>
<p>Rekha&rsquo;s powerful portrayal of a female cop challenged conventions, blending righteousness with raw intensity that leaves a lasting impact.</p>

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Rekha – Phool Bane Angaray

Rekha’s powerful portrayal of a female cop challenged conventions, blending righteousness with raw intensity that leaves a lasting impact.

<p><strong>Bhumi Pednekar &ndash; Daldal</strong></p>
<p>Bhumi brings raw intensity and realism to a police officer navigating crime, conscience, and moral complexity in Daldal.</p>

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Bhumi Pednekar – Daldal

Bhumi brings raw intensity and realism to a police officer navigating crime, conscience, and moral complexity in Daldal.

<p><strong>Deepika Padukone &ndash; Singham Again</strong></p>
<p>Stepping into the role of an IPS officer, Deepika channels grit, resolve, and a modern edge as Shakti Shetty, making the uniform feel both powerful and purposeful.</p>

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Deepika Padukone – Singham Again

Stepping into the role of an IPS officer, Deepika channels grit, resolve, and a modern edge as Shakti Shetty, making the uniform feel both powerful and purposeful.

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