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Kapoor's Uniform Fetish: A Career Evolution
15 May
Summary
- Anil Kapoor has shifted to uniformed roles, seeking gravitas.
- His recent films showcase disciplined, veteran characters.
- This uniform focus is a strategic career move for Kapoor.
Anil Kapoor, now 69, has embraced a strategic evolution in his career, focusing on uniformed roles that lend him gravitas. This shift sees him portraying disciplined, veteran characters in recent projects such as 'Subedaar' (released March 5, 2026), the 2026 digital revival of '24,' 'War 2' (2025), and 'Fighter' (2024).
His portrayal of Arjun Maurya in 'Subedaar' centers on a retired Army officer battling corruption to protect his family. As Jai Singh Rathore in '24,' he acts as an Anti-Terrorist Unit chief in high-stakes missions. In 'Fighter,' he embodied the stern leadership of a Group Captain, while in 'War 2,' he was a calculating RAW mastermind.
This penchant for the uniform began earlier, with roles like Inspector Krishna in 'Kasam' (1988) and the morally ambiguous Inspector Lakhan in 'Ram Lakhan' (1989). His more recent performances, like in 'Shootout at Wadala' (2013), often feature him as an underdog fighting for justice.
Kapoor's decision to lean into uniformed characters is seen as a calculated move, acknowledging the natural limitations of his previous on-screen personas. This approach allows him to channel his intensity into roles that resonate with authority and enduring appeal.
