Ahead of Shahid Kapoor’s Deva release, Bollywood’s portrayal of cops is evolving. Police characters, once secondary roles, have become central to many films. Over time, some iconic characters reshaped how cops are depicted on screen.
Deva, produced by Zee Studios and Roy Kapur Films, has drawn attention as Shahid Kapoor steps into the lead cop role. Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, the film’s intense teaser and poster promise action-packed scenes. It is set to hit theatres on January 31.
Ahead of the release, let’s look at some key cop characters that made a mark:
Amitabh Bachchan In Zanjeer
Amitabh Bachchan’s role as Vijay Khanna in Zanjeer (1973) changed how cops were shown. His tough, relentless persona set a new standard for police characters in Indian cinema.
Salamn Khan In Dabangg
Salman Khan’s Chulbul Pandey in Dabangg (2010) became an iconic cop. His carefree attitude, charm, and action-packed sequences made him one of Bollywood’s most popular characters.
Ajay Devgn In Singham
Ajay Devgn’s Bajirao Singham in Singham (2011) became a symbol of strength and justice. His unwavering commitment to doing right made him a standout cop in Bollywood.
Akshay Kumar In Rowdy Rathore
Akshay Kumar’s Vikram Rathore in Rowdy Rathore (2012) brought a fresh take to the cop genre. His bold persona and fearlessness made him a memorable character.
Shahid Kapoor Now Set To Play Deva
Shahid Kapoor’s upcoming role in Deva brings a fresh twist to the cop genre. With intense action and a new vibe, his portrayal is expected to add depth to the traditional cop role.
Bollywood’s cop characters continue to evolve and Deva may mark the next step in this shift.
(Also read: Deva: Shahid Kapoor’s Intense Look To Thunderous BGM – 6 Highlights That Make The Recently-Released Teaser Stand Out)
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