From Kajol to Priyanka Chopra: When Bollywood Divas Turned Villains and Dominated the Box Office

In Brahmāstra: Part One – Shiva (2022), Mouni Roy played the role of Junoon, the mysterious and menacing queen of dark forces. As the main antagonist, she leads a powerful mission to awaken the evil energy of Brahmāstra. With her intense expressions and commanding presence, Mouni brought a chilling edge to the fantasy-action film, earning praise for her striking performance in a negative role.

In Gulaab Gang (2014), Juhi Chawla surprised audiences with her role as Sumitra Devi, a cunning and corrupt politician. Known for her sweet, bubbly roles, Juhi took a dark turn as the manipulative antagonist who clashes with Madhuri Dixit’s character. Her calm yet chilling portrayal of power-hungry Sumitra Devi was a bold shift and received praise for showcasing a completely different side of her acting talent.

In Aitraaz (2004), Priyanka Chopra played Sonia Roy, a powerful and manipulative woman who falsely accuses her ex-lover of harassment. Her bold villainous role earned her critical acclaim and marked a turning point in her career.

In Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya (2001), Urmila Matondkar played Ria, a rich, obsessive woman who falls in love with a married man. When rejected, her love turns into a dangerous obsession, leading to emotional and psychological turmoil. Urmila’s intense performance as the unstable and possessive Ria was widely praised, making it one of her most powerful roles in a negative shade.

In Gupt: The Hidden Truth (1997), Kajol played the iconic role of Isha Diwan, a character that shocked audiences with her unexpected dark twist. Sweet and loving on the surface, Isha is later revealed to be the obsessive and cunning killer behind the film’s suspenseful murders. Kajol’s performance as a cold-blooded yet emotionally intense antagonist earned her critical acclaim and even won her the Filmfare Award for Best Performance in a Negative Role- making her the first woman to win in that category.