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.