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Shah Rukh Khan, Kareena Kapoor to Diana Penty: Actors Who Played Detectives On-Screen

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: June 16, 2025 18:19 IST

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Diana Penty will be seen stepping into the role of an intense detective in her upcoming film, Detective Sherdil. The film's trailer was recently unveiled, and it offered a glimpse into Diana's exciting outing. Known for her impeccable screen presence, Diana's fans are curious to see what she has in the store this time.
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In the critically acclaimed film, The Buckingham Murders, Kareena Kapoor Khan played an intense detective named Jasmeet Bhamra, who is in her quest to uncover a nail-biting crime.
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Saif Ali Khan played a handsome detective in Agent Vinod. In this spine-chilling crime thriller, Saif's character embarks on a journey to discover the reason behind his colleague's murder.
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In the critically acclaimed film, Mom, Nawazuddin Siddiqui stepped into the role of a private detective who helps Sridevi avenge her daughter's assault. Known for his versatility, Nawazuddin hit the ball out of the park yet again, registering an incredible performance under his name.
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Known for breaking barriers of conventionality, Vidya Balan impressed everyone by playing a detective in Bobby Jasoos, an uncommon role among the leading ladies of Bollywood. By portraying a Hyderabadi girl with an interest in spying, she brought a sense of feminine glamour to the role.
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In his iconic film, Baadshah, Shah Rukh Khan plays a small-time detective who gets mistaken for a CBI agent. He sets off on a mission to save the Chief Minister from an assassination attempt.
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Diljit Dosanjh will be seen playing the role of a detective for the first time in his upcoming film, Detective Sherdil. Celebrated for his careful choices of film, the audiences are excited to see him in this outing.
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In Jagga Jasoos, Ranbir Kapoor played a gifted teenage detective who sets on a quest to find the missing father of his female companion.
Tags: Diana PentyShah Rukh KhanRanbir KapoorVidya Balan
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