Crime, Grit, and Star Power: Bollywood’s Cop Game Just Got Fiercer As Mona Singh Joins The List Of Most Iconic Cop Characters!

From whistle-worthy action to emotionally charged intensity, the Indian screen has given us some unforgettable police officers characters who go beyond the badge to deliver performances that linger long after the credits roll. Whether it’s justice, vulnerability, or sheer screen presence, these cops have earned their cult following. And now, as Mona Singh gears up to join this list with Kohrra S2 and Mistry, as we look back at five of the best, and one thrilling new entry! 

Ajay Devgn – Singham

Roaring onto screens with the iconic Singham, Ajay Devgn gave us a cop who’s equal parts power and punchline. His portrayal of Bajirao Singham isn’t just about high-octane action it’s about integrity, discipline, and a raw, commanding presence that redefined the masala cop hero for a new generation.

Tabu – Drishyam

As IG Meera Deshmukh in Drishyam, Tabu brought quiet intensity, complexity, and a moral conflict that made her performance unforgettable. She wasn’t just playing a cop she embodied one torn between duty and desperation, with a presence that balanced poise and power.

Shefali Shah – Delhi Crime

Shefali Shah’s Vartika Chaturvedi in Delhi Crime is the gold standard of what happens when craft meets courage. Her portrayal of a real-life police officer is a masterclass in restraint and leadership, commanding the screen with grace, grit, and emotional truth.

Rani Mukerji – Mardaani

In Mardaani and Mardaani 2, Rani Mukerji’s Shivani Shivaji Roy took on predators and patriarchy with fierce resolve. With steely eyes and a relentless drive for justice, Rani created a cop we root for not just because she’s tough but because she’s unshakably human.

Mona Singh – Kohrra S2 & Mistry

And now, it’s Mona Singh’s turn to don the uniform and she’s doing it not once, but twice and for the first time ever! With Kohrra S2 and the upcoming Mistry, Mona is set to bring her trademark X-factor to the world of crime, chaos, and conscience. Whether it’s navigating emotional complexities or commanding attention in layered narratives, Mona’s screen presence always carries a certain tadka and as a first time cop, that spark is only going to burn brighter.