5 Times Bollywood Actresses Outshone Their Male Counterparts In Action Scenes

From Samantha Ruth Prabhu's fierce Raji to Katrina Kaif's powerful Zoya, discover five instances where Bollywood actresses dominated action sequences, proving they're equal to or better than their male counterparts.
  • Amit Diwan
  • Editorial
  • Updated - 2024-11-07, 12:09 IST
Bollywood Actresses

Bollywood's action landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation, with female actors breaking traditional stereotypes and delivering power-packed performances. These actresses have not just matched their male counterparts but often outshone them in high-octane action sequences, proving that heroism knows no gender.

Bollywood Actresses' Action Movies

Samantha Ruth Prabhu in The Family Man 2 and Citadel: Honey Bunny

In The Family Man 2, Samantha Ruth Prabhu's portrayal of Raji set new benchmarks for action performances. Her intense combat sequences and physical transformation, achieved under trainer Yannick Ben's guidance, showcased remarkable dedication. Her Role in Citadel: Honey Bunny Set to Push Boundaries Further

Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Don, Quantico, and Citadel

Priyanka's evolution from Don to Citadel demonstrates her versatility in action roles. Her performance in the Russo brothers' spy series showcases complex stunts and combat sequences, establishing her as an international action icon. Her dedication to performing her own stunts has earned widespread acclaim.

Katrina Kaif in the Tiger Series

As Zoya in the Tiger franchise, Katrina Kaif has solidified her status as a formidable action star. Her iconic hospital fight scene in Tiger Zinda Hai set a high bar, and her latest sequences in Tiger 3, where she trained alongside Michelle Lee's team and received guidance from Tiger Shroff, deliver even more intense action.

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Rani Mukerji in Madraani Series

The Mardaani series showcased Rani Mukerji's transformation into Shivani Shivaji Roy, a tough crime branch officer. Her gritty performance combined physical prowess with emotional depth, breaking stereotypes about female officers in action roles.

Alia Bhatt in Jigra

Stepping into the action genre with Jigra and the upcoming spy universe film Alpha, Alia Bhatt is set to showcase her versatility in physically demanding roles. Her preparation and dedication hint at promising action performances to come.

The success of these actresses in action roles has proven that audience appreciation isn't gender-specific but performance-dependent. Their achievements have paved the way for more diverse and powerful roles for women in Bollywood's action genre.

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