In Pics | Actors who portrayed journalists in movies

Karishma Tanna: Stepping into the shoes of the fierce and tenacious Jagruti Pathak in the riveting web series ‘Scoop,’ Karishma grabs everyone’s attention and refuses to let go. Tanna’s portrayal grips our emotions, leaving us on the edge of our seats, hungry for more. Credit: NetflixKartik Aaryan: Kartik takes us on a rollercoaster ride as Arjun Pathak, a news anchor turned journalist, who plunges into a high-stakes hostage situation. Aaryan’s magnetic performance delves into the depths of a journalist’s soul, capturing the internal conflicts and ethical dilemmas faced in the relentless pursuit of breaking news. Credit: NetflixRani Mukerji: In the gripping film ‘No One Killed Jessica,’ Rani delivers a powerhouse performance as Meera Gaity, an investigative journalist. Mukerji’s performance shines as a piercing light on the resilience and unwavering determination of a journalist fighting against a corrupt system. Credit: IMDbVidya Balan: Vidya Balan’s performance in ‘Jalsa’ as Maya Menon is nothing short of extraordinary. With her unmatched talent and innate ability to bring characters to life, she delivers a powerhouse portrayal of a journalist caught in a web of ethical dilemmas. Credit: Amazon Prime VideoKareena Kapoor: In the movie ‘Satyagraha’, Kareena essays the role of Yasmin Ahmed, a television journalist who reports on political issues and social movements. Credit: IMDbShah Rukh Khan and Juhi Chawla: SRK and Juhi played Ajay Bakshi and Ria Banerji in ‘Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani’. They start off as rival TV reporters and later team up to help a man seek justice for his daughter who was raped by a politician. Credit: Special ArrangementAnushka Sharma: Anushka played Jagat Janani, also known as Jaggu, a television journalist who helps the main protagonist, PK (played by Aamir Khan), in his journey to understand human beliefs and practices. Anushka Sharma’s performance in the film was widely praised. Credit: Special Arrangement(Published 13 July 2023, 04:08 IST)