Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut portrayed Rani Lakshmibai in Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi. Rani Lakshmibai was a fierce warrior and a key figure in the 1857 War for Independence. During the filming, Kangana had an accident while performing a sword fight, but just like the character she played, she was back on set shortly after.
Kiara Advani
The trailer of War 2 has dropped recently and Kiara Advani stuns and commands the screen like never before with her power-packed action sequences, redefining the image of a Bollywood leading lady. But what truly steals the show is Kiara in uniform—radiating authority, pride, and elegance.
Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra’s fiery turn as Superintendent of Police Abha Mathur in Jai Gangaajal was a powerful reminder of her acting mettle. Playing a righteous cop in a corrupt system, Priyanka infused her character with fierce integrity and layered emotional strength.
Diana Penty
While Parmanu was centered around India’s covert nuclear mission, Diana Penty stood her ground as an Army officer amidst a male-dominated ensemble. Her role added balance and strength to the narrative. Diana carried the uniform with poise and purpose, portraying quiet confidence and professional competence.
Yami Gautam
In one of her most impactful performances, Yami Gautam played an intelligence officer, Pallavi Sharma, aiding India’s surgical strike after the Uri terror attack. Though not in combat, her character was pivotal in the operation’s planning and execution. Clad in a formal uniform, Yami exuded steely determination and calm intelligence, embodying the unsung heroes behind the scenes.
Soha Ali Khan
Rakesh Om Prakash Mehra's Rang De Basanti is one of the most iconic patriotic films that Indian audiences have experienced. In a film-within-a-film setting, Soha Ali Khan's character portrayed Durga Vohra, a freedom fighter who assisted Bhagat Singh and Shivaram Rajguru in escaping after they killed British officer JP Saunders.
Deepika Padukone
In Fighter, Deepika Padukone soared to new cinematic heights such as Squadron Leader Minal Rathore. Deepika brought gravitas and physical intensity to her role. Her screen presence in the Air Force uniform was commanding, and her dedication to the physically demanding action sequences was evident.
Alia Bhatt
'Raazi' is based on Harinder Singh Sikka’s novel ‘Calling Sehmat.’ Starring Alia Bhatt in a pivotal role, the film is about Sehmat Khan, a young woman who married a Pakistani military officer to serve as an undercover spy for the Indian intelligence agency
Janhvi Kapoor
The film revolves around the journey of an Indian Air Force (IAF) officer, essayed by Janhvi who takes on a mission to make her father proud and carve a niche for herself in the Armed Forces. Gunjan (Janhvi) seems to find that accomplishing her dream is not easy as she is reminded at every point that she is a woman and weak because of it.
Sara Ali Khan
Actress Sara Ali Khan, who debuted in 2018 with Kedarnath, has taken on a variety of roles in her career. She is set to portray freedom fighter Usha Mehta in Ae Watan Mere Watan, directed by Kannan Iyer and produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, and Somen Mishra under Dharma Productions.
Nimrit Kaur
In The Test Case, Nimrit Kaur plays Shikha Sharma, the first woman chosen for a combat role. Nimrat's powerful performance in the first episode received praise, though the show was put on hold after that episode. She was highly convincing as an officer training for combat.
Manushi Chhillar
Former Miss World Manushi Chhillar is currently starring in Operation Valentine, an action thriller based on the 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack by Pakistan on India and the subsequent Balakot Air Strikes by the Indian Air Force.

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