5 iconic buddy-cop duos that ruled cinema

Main Khiladi Tu Anari

A quintessential Bollywood spin on the formula. The dynamic is pure chaos—one disciplined and rugged, the other dramatic and clueless—but that’s why it works

Rush Hour

Chan’s disciplined martial-arts precision meets Tucker’s fast-talking, rule-bending swagger. Their cultural misunderstandings fuel the comedy

Zootopia

Their clashing worldviews create both comedic tension and emotional depth, elevating the buddy-cop formula into something both heartfelt and thought-provoking

Singham Again

Singham’s intensity and moral gravity balance Simmba’s swagger and comedic bravado. When they unite, the result is explosive action and whistle worthy dialogues

Bad Boys

Their friendship is intense, messy, and full of rapid-fire arguments—yet the loyalty between them never wavers. The film blends stylized action and 90s swagger