Sushmita Sen in Aarya, Samantha Ruth Prabhu in The Family Man 2 and more bold and badass female characters on OTT web shows

The season 3 of Sushmita Sen's web show Aarya has been announced. And while we cannot contain our excitement, here's looking at divas who played strong female characters on web shows.

By Nikita Thakkar
Published: July 04 2022, 14:53 PM IST

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Sushmita Sen as Aarya Sareen — Sushmita Sen as Aarya Sareen

OTT platforms have proved to be a boon. Not just for the audience who is now spoilt for choices but even for actors who have got newer platforms to showcase their talent. Unlike the film industry, OTT platforms have various genres that give various artists a platform to flourish. And over the years, we have seen many actresses turning to be the STAR of a show. Sushmita Sen who had taken a break from acting returned with the web show Aarya and it turned out to be a massive hit. So much that the makers are coming up with its third season as well. Sushmita's character as Aarya Sareen was that of a fierce lady who has gotten her hand dirty in the field of crime after suffering a personal setback.

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Samantha Ruth Prabhu as Raji — Samantha Ruth Prabhu as Raji

South actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu ventured into OTT space with The Family Man 2. She essayed the role of Raji - A Sri Lankan militant. She is fierce, powerful and nobody dare mess with her. Also Read - Sushmita Sen-Lalit Modi relationship: Former IPL creator reacts to trolling; calls Arnab Goswami 'BIGGEST CLOWN' – says, 'Get out of crabmentality'

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Sobhita Dhulipala as Tara Khanna — Sobhita Dhulipala as Tara Khanna

In OTT show Made In Heave, Sobhita Dhulipala played the central character of Tara Khanna who has the drive to prove herself and achieve something despite her personal life suffering a setback.

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Shefali Shah as DCP Vartika Chaturvedi — Shefali Shah as DCP Vartika Chaturvedi

The Delhi gang-rape case shook the nation. An OTT show called Delhi Crime was based on the case. Shefali Shah played DCP Vartika Chaturvedi and achieved many accolades for the same. She is the Madam-Sir who calls the shots and receives equal respect. Also Read - Sushmita Sen-Lalit Modi relationship: Controversial author Taslima Nasreen slams Aarya actress in long fiery post; says, 'She's sold to money'

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Pooja Bhatt as Rani — Pooja Bhatt as Rani

Pooja Bhatt returned to acting with Bombay Begums. She played the role of Rani who is the CEO of the top bank. Many are eyeing her position but she knows how to deal with all.