Bollywood’s Action Queens — Female Actors Take Centre Stage In High-Octane Roles

The action genre in Indian cinema, once dominated by male heroes, is now seeing a powerful rise of female leads. From web series to films, these women are breaking stereotypes with force.

Bollywood’s Action Queens — Female Actors Take Centre Stage In High-Octane Roles

Priyanka Chopra Jonas in Heads of State: Priyanka Chopra Jonas continues to blur borders with her international projects. In Heads of State, she joins John Cena and Idris Elba in what’s being called an “action-comedy spectacle.” Known for Quantico and Citadel, Priyanka is now a global face of female-led action, holding her own among the biggest names in Hollywood. (Image Source: Special Arrangement)

Deepika Padukone in AA22xA6: Codenamed AA22xA6, this futuristic action film sees Deepika Padukone enter a new cinematic space with a role reportedly drenched in sci-fi and stunts. Having already shown her flair for action in Pathaan and Fighter, Deepika is now embracing edgier, more experimental territory that reaffirms her stature as a bonafide action star. (Image Source: Special Arrangement)