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John Abraham in Pathaan to Ibrahim Ali Khan in Sarzameen – Meet Bollywood’s Handsome Villains

While heroes often take center stage, it’s the villains who frequently add the most intrigue, depth, and drama to a story. A compelling antagonist not only challenges the hero but also captivates the audience—and sometimes, they end up stealing the entire show. Here’s a roundup of some of Bollywood’s hottest villains who made us fall for the dark side.

July 04, 2025 / 12:30 IST
Ibrahim Ali Khan in Sarzameen  Ibrahim Ali Khan, one of the most promising newcomers, is all set to make a bold impact with his villainous debut in Sarzameen. The teaser reveals a fierce, shirtless Ibrahim sporting a heavy beard and intense expression—instantly establishing him as Bollywood’s hottest new bad boy. His raw and edgy avatar has already caught the eye of fans, signaling a powerful entry into the world of dark, intense characters.
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Ibrahim Ali Khan in Sarzameen
Ibrahim Ali Khan, one of the most promising newcomers, is all set to make a bold impact with his villainous debut in Sarzameen. The teaser reveals a fierce, shirtless Ibrahim sporting a heavy beard and intense expression—instantly establishing him as Bollywood’s hottest new bad boy. His raw and edgy avatar has already caught the eye of fans, signaling a powerful entry into the world of dark, intense characters.
John Abraham in Pathaan  In Pathaan, John Abraham took villainy to a whole new level. Playing the primary antagonist opposite Shah Rukh Khan, he brought sheer physicality and magnetic screen presence to the role. With high-octane action sequences, chiseled looks, and brooding intensity, John made it clear that being the bad guy could look incredibly good.
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John Abraham in Pathaan
In Pathaan, John Abraham took villainy to a whole new level. Playing the primary antagonist opposite Shah Rukh Khan, he brought sheer physicality and magnetic screen presence to the role. With high-octane action sequences, chiseled looks, and brooding intensity, John made it clear that being the bad guy could look incredibly good.
Bobby Deol in Animal  Bobby Deol turned heads and raised heart rates with his silent yet menacing portrayal in Animal. His rugged beard, soulful yet dangerous eyes, and quiet, unpredictable demeanor made him one of the most hypnotic villains in recent memory. With minimal dialogue and maximum impact, Bobby exuded a dangerous allure that left audiences spellbound.
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Bobby Deol in Animal
Bobby Deol turned heads and raised heart rates with his silent yet menacing portrayal in Animal. His rugged beard, soulful yet dangerous eyes, and quiet, unpredictable demeanor made him one of the most hypnotic villains in recent memory. With minimal dialogue and maximum impact, Bobby exuded a dangerous allure that left audiences spellbound.
Saif Ali Khan in Omkara  Saif Ali Khan’s transformation into the cunning and unhinged Langda Tyagi in Omkara remains one of Bollywood’s most iconic villain arcs. Breaking away from his urbane image, Saif embraced a rugged, gritty look paired with a magnetic intensity that made him both terrifying and strangely irresistible.
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Saif Ali Khan in Omkara
Saif Ali Khan’s transformation into the cunning and unhinged Langda Tyagi in Omkara remains one of Bollywood’s most iconic villain arcs. Breaking away from his urbane image, Saif embraced a rugged, gritty look paired with a magnetic intensity that made him both terrifying and strangely irresistible.
Hrithik Roshan in Dhoom 2  Hrithik Roshan redefined cool with his role as the master thief in Dhoom 2. Suave, charming, and effortlessly stylish, Hrithik’s villain wasn’t just clever—he was captivating. His high-stakes heists, slick disguises, and flawless dance moves made him the kind of criminal you couldn’t help but root for, proving that even villains can be heartthrobs.
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Hrithik Roshan in Dhoom 2
Hrithik Roshan redefined cool with his role as the master thief in Dhoom 2. Suave, charming, and effortlessly stylish, Hrithik’s villain wasn’t just clever—he was captivating. His high-stakes heists, slick disguises, and flawless dance moves made him the kind of criminal you couldn’t help but root for, proving that even villains can be heartthrobs.
Entertainment desk
first published: Jul 4, 2025 12:30 pm

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