Katrina Kaif, Kiara Advani to Simar Bhatia: TOP 5 Actresses Who Wore Quiet Courage as Love-Interests of Army Personnel On-Screen

Bollywood has often highlighted the men in uniform charging into battle, and while they did so, they also spotlighted a woman’s courage in battling fear and wearing courage on their sleeves – nearly driving the grit and resilience as love interests and wives of army personnel. As Agastya Nanda and Simar Bhatia starrer Ikkis has recently hit the theatres, here’s looking at actresses who wore quiet courage as female forces on-screen.

*Katrina Kaif – Jab Tak Hai Jaan*
Katrina Kaif as Meera showed how her life is deeply intertwined with Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of Major Samar Anand. As Samar’s love interest, Katrina demonstrated silent fear and unconditional love that comes with being romantically involved with a soldier. Their chemistry spoke volumes, becoming one of the major driving factors of the plot.

*Simar Bhatia – Ikkis*
Simar Bhatia makes a sweet debut with the recently released film Ikkis, playing the wholesome love interest of Lt. Arun Khetarpal, played by Agastya Nanda. Her character arc is nuanced and vital to the film’s plot, and Simar prioritises honesty in her performance to serve an act that is relatable, authentic and memorable.

*Sara Ali Khan – Sky Force*
In Sky Force, Sara Ali Khan plays the wife of Squadron Leader Veer Pahariya, bringing much-needed softness and vulnerability to a plot brimming with intense action. Not only does she capture the essence of a loving and devoted wife, but also skillfully portrays a pregnant woman.

*Kiara Advani – Shershaah*
As Dimple Cheema in Shershaah, Kiara Advani showed that bravery is not always loud. She gave one of Bollywood’s most beloved army-wife portrayals, from showcasing heartwarming romance to devastating loss and the impact that it leaves behind.

*Saiee Manjrekar – Major*
Saiee Manjrekar stepped into the shoes of Isha, playing Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan’s (Adivi Sesh) love interest turned on-screen wife. Her performance spotlighted pride, grit and strength that comes with being in love with someone who serves the nation first.

By portraying love interests of army personnel, these actresses may not have worn army uniform on-screen, but their strength, sacrifice and love made them heroes in their own right.