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5 women-led spy espionage films to watch on Netflix

5 women-led spy espionage films to watch on Netflix
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Netflix has a compelling collection of movies about tough, smart female spies who outsmart their enemies and complete perilous missions.

Regardless of your preference for the glitzy charm of a vintage femme fatale or the realistic grimness of a contemporary agent, these films provide an exciting cinematic experience.

Khufiya

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Vishal Bhardwaj’s engrossing spy thriller Khufiya is based on actual espionage incidents. Tabu plays a strong female spy in the movie, negotiating the treacherous realm of clandestine operations and intelligence.

The character of Tabu is a multifaceted, independent woman who works for the country’s security while juggling her personal and professional obligations as a deep espionage agent.

Phantom

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Nawaz Mistry, a former RAW agent who is now an American intelligence officer, is portrayed by Katrina Kaif. Her persona gives the movie a fascinating depth by introducing tension and global intrigue.

Nawaz plays a crucial role in the plot as the protagonist’s helper, a talented and resourceful agent.

Naam Shabana

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Shivam Nair’s action thriller Naam Shabana is a prequel to the movie Baby. Taapsee Pannu plays the film’s protagonist, Shabana, a resolute and accomplished female spy.

The intelligence organization enlists Shabana, a lady with a horrific past, to undertake high-risk operations where she uses her military expertise and keen intuition to dismantle criminal networks.

Force 2

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John Abraham and Sonakshi Sinha play important parts in Abhinay Deo’s action-packed spy thriller Force 2. The movie centers on John, a tough cop, and Sonakshi, a talented female spy, as they work together to find a dangerous criminal gang.

John’s character collaborates with Sonakshi’s character, an astute and courageous covert agent, to thwart the adversaries and safeguard national security. Her portrayal of her as a formidable and competent force in the field of espionage gives the movie a dramatic, action-packed element.

Code Name: Tiranga

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Ribhu Dasgupta’s action-packed spy thriller Code Name Tiranga has Parineeti Chopra in the pivotal role. Parineeti portrays a bold and devoted female spy on a risky assignment to save national security in the movie.

While on a clandestine mission, her character, a talented and astute operator, must negotiate a maze of peril and treachery.

Sneha Sengupta

Entertainment and Lifestyle news writer at MangoBunch.in