From 'Bouncer' To 'Spy':5 Female Characters In Unusual Profession

The representation of women in Hindi films and in cinema, in general, has been a topic of controversy and debate among movie fans all over the world. Characterizations of women in movies have frequently fallen short of their true potential, whether they are used as props or 'things' of desire or are limited to less developed roles than their male counterparts.

However, certain portrayals have consistently stood out because they skillfully delved into the joys, sorrows, challenges, and complexities of women. Gone are the times when women used to be the mere add-on casts or the side-role players. Indian Cinema has beautifully come up with female characters taking up unusual professions. Let's have a look at some of the amazing ones who played the unusual roles perfectly.

Female Characters Unusual Profession

Tamannaah Bhatia- Nightclub Bouncer

In the movie titled Babli Bouncer, Tamannaah Bhatia is set to play a very unique and unusual profession. She plays the role of a bouncer at a Delhi club. She isn't initially depicted in the film as this particular avatar, but she does when Tamannaah accepts the role of a lady bouncer when one of her gym coworkers makes the offer. You can watch the trailer of this upcoming movie ">here.

Bhumi Pedneker- Shooter 

In the movie, Saand Ki Aankh, Bhumi played a character who is very odd and interesting in her film career. She acted as Chandro Tomar- a woman in her 60s who gained nationwide fame as an accomplished shooter.

Kriti Sanon- Surrogate

In the movie, Mimi, Kriti Sanon plays the role of a surrogate mother. Everyone was pleasantly surprised by Kriti's subtle, vulnerable, yet emotionally responsible portrayal of Mimi. It also solidified her reputation as a strong, trustworthy female lead who could bear the weight of an entire movie on her shoulders.

Vidya Balan- Forest Officer

Vidya Balan plays a dedicated forest officer in Amit Masurkar's drama, Sherni who is tasked with resolving the man-animal conflict. Through Vidya's journey, the movie shows how she challenges patriarchal society and overcomes obstacles set up for women in society. The actor claimed during a virtual press conference that the movie represents women of all kinds who are trying to change things.

Alia Bhatt- Spy

In the film Raazi, Alia astounded everyone with her excellent portrayal of Sehmat, a young Indian spy who is placed in Pakistan. She plays a Kashmiri woman in the film who admits to marrying a Pakistani army officer in order to spy on Pakistan during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War.

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