From Dahaad to Daldal: 7 women redefining crime thrillers

Sonakshi Sinha (Dahaad)

Sonakshi Sinha’s Anjali Bhaati tackles a chilling serial-killer case while facing caste prejudice, workplace bias and the challenges of being a woman cop

Bhumi Pednekar (Daldal)

As SP Rita Ferreira, Bhumi Pednekar investigates a brutal case while confronting personal trauma, making her policing journey as emotional as it is gritty

Nimisha Sajayan (Babita Singh Reporting)

Nimisha Sajayan plays Babita “Baby” Singh, a hesitant officer who finds her courage after tragedy and quietly takes charge of an investigation

Tilottama Some (Paatal Lok 2)

Tilottama Shome’s SP Meghna Barua brings intelligence and empathy to the chaos, standing out as a composed and perceptive force in Paatal Lok season 2

Shahana Goswami (The Last Hour)

Shahana Goswami plays Lipika Sen, a practical Sub-Inspector navigating an unusual investigation where supernatural events challenge everything she knows

Karishma Tanna (Hush Hush)

Karishma Tanna’s Inspector Geeta Tehlan investigates a murder involving wealthy women, refusing to let privilege or pressure interfere with the case

Shilpa Shetty (Indian Police Force)

Shilpa Shetty plays ATS Officer Tara Shetty, bringing authority, fearlessness and action-star energy to Rohit Shetty’s high-octane cop universe