TOP 7 Actresses Who’ve Played On-Screen Journalists
Bollywood has delivered several memorable and heartfelt characters that have stood close to the audience’s hearts. While many have seen actresses play lighthearted roles, here’s looking at 7 actresses who not only gave ‘glamour’ a miss, but created an impact by playing strong-headed journalists!
*Alia Bhatt – Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani*
In Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Alia Bhatt played a fashion-forward and hard-hitting Bengali television news anchor Rani Chatterjee. The actress made her screen presence felt as a flambuoyant and no-nonsense journalist, who would go above and beyond to make her voice heard.
*Rani Mukerji – No One Killed Jessica*
Rani Mukerji delivered an engaging performance as a bold and fierce journalist in No One Killed Jessica. The film, being inspired by real-life events, sees Rani as a relentless journalist keen on seeking justice for Jessica Lal, registering one of the most powerful performances.
*Kareena Kapoor Khan – Satyagraha*
In Satyagraha, Kareena Kapoor Khan played the role of a dedicated journalist named Yasmin Ahmed, who is determined to expose corruption and political unrest. Her character mirrors the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists when power locks horns with truth.
*Raashii Khanna – The Sabarmati Report*
In The Sabarmati Report, Raashii Khanna portrays Amrita Gill, a strong-headed journalist dedicated to unravel the truth behind The Sabarmati incident. By showcasing the emotional turmoil of a reporter, she demonstrated a journalist’s resilience and integrity.
*Anushka Sharma – PK*
In PK, Anushka Sharma played the role of a fearless television journalist named Jagat Janani aka Jaggu who challenges societal norms. By stepping into a challenging character, she brought a sense of warmth, wit, and determination to the nature of her character, delivering something lighthearted!
*Samara Tijori – Daldal*
In the recently released Amazon Prime Video series Daldal, Samara Tijori stepped into the role of a journalist in disguise as Anita. Showing a journalist’s dedication to dive deep into the truths of reality, and transitioning into a grey shade for her character, Samara touched corners of the contrasting shades of her role.
*Alaya F – U-Turn*
In the gripping thriller ‘U-Turn’, Alaya F stepped into the role of a journalist named Radhika Bakshi, determined to uncover the truth about a deadly road, all while working on a story on the newly constructed NTPC flyover in Chandigarh.
These actresses have not only portrayed powerful female journalists, but they also ditched the glamorous quotient to serve more impactful performances.
