While we’ve criticized Bollywood for portraying toxic male characters, what about toxic female characters? In Hindi movies, there are numerous girlfriends whose characters exhibit some not-so-great qualities. These characters aren’t just typical—they possess behaviors that complicate relationships. From being overly controlling and playing mind games to exhibiting extreme jealousy and even cheating in relationships, these girlfriends possess traits that can disrupt love stories in movies. Let’s take a closer look at the worst girlfriends in Bollywood films, understanding what makes them a big no for relationships.
1. Safeena From Gullyboy
While discussing toxic girlfriends in Hindi movies, it’s impossible to overlook Safeena Firdausi, portrayed by Alia Bhatt in ‘Gully Boy.’ The character exhibits numerous toxic traits in her relationship with the protagonist, Murad. From Safeena’s possessiveness and controlling behavior to her unparalleled jealousy and problematic confrontational demeanor, it’s evident that she was one of the most toxic Bollywood girlfriends of all time. Her unwillingness to respect Murad’s aspirations and her constant need for control over his life showcase an unhealthy possessiveness that can be deemed toxic.
2. Shanaya From Student Of The Year
Next on our list of toxic girlfriends in Hindi movies is Student of the Year’s Shanaya, played by Alia Bhatt. While she initially seems to have a soft heart, she quickly becomes a source of toxic chaos. Shanaya takes a toxic turn in her pursuit of Rohan’s attention, manipulating Abhimanyu and using him as a pawn in her emotionally manipulative game. Her willingness to use people as pawns to achieve her desires reveals not only a lack of empathy but also emotional immaturity. Shanaya’s failure to take responsibility for her actions, conveniently blaming confusion, further illustrates her toxic character
3. Naina From Kal Ho Naa Ho
Preity Zinta’s character in “Kal Ho Naa Ho” as Naina is one of the most toxic girlfriends in Bollywood. With Aman, she displayed possessiveness and jealousy, often trying to control his actions and emotions. She didn’t respect his boundaries and would manipulate situations to her advantage, disregarding his feelings. How she treated Rohit was just another reminder of her toxic traits. From taking Rohit for granted to using him as a backup option when things didn’t work out with Aman, her character showcased multiple toxic traits. Â
4. Zoya From Raanjhanaa
No one can deny that ‘Raanjhanaa’ is one of the most regressive movies that normalizes stalking and misogyny. While we have criticized Dhanush’s character – Kundan – for being toxic, we have hardly spoken about Sonam Kapoor’s Zoya, who was equally toxic if not more. Despite knowing the depth of Kundan’s feelings, Zoya resorts to manipulation, reminding us of how toxic this character is. Her willingness to exploit Kundan’s feelings and later shift blame onto him is just another reminder that both leads in ‘Raanjhanaa’ were extremely toxic.
5. Sweety From Sonu Ki Titu Ki Sweety
There is no denying that ‘Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety’ is the epitome of toxic behaviors. While we have criticized Kartik Aaryan’s character for being toxic, Nushrat Bharucha’s character, Sweety, is equally toxic. Her sneaky game to create a rift between friends is another reminder of her being toxic, manipulative, and controlling.
Even if her attempt to manipulate is in response to Sonu’s actions, it is no justification for her toxic behavior. What makes her truly toxic is her ability to act like the victim while secretly orchestrating things to benefit herself, manipulating the emotions of those around her.
The story revolves around Sweety relentlessly pursuing what she wants, without much regard for how it affects Titu’s feelings or his relationships, especially with Sonu. Her self-centered approach, where she appears indifferent to others’ feelings, further emphasizes her negative traits, serving as another reminder of why she is one of the worst girlfriends in Hindi movies.
6. Alisha From Gehraiyaan
In the list of our worst girlfriends in Hindi movies is Alisha from the movie ‘Gehraiyaan.’ The movie faced a lot of criticism for glorifying adultery within relationships. Deepika’s character turns out to be the worst girlfriend as she cheats on her partner of a 6-year-long relationship. What makes it worse is that she engages in this affair with her own cousin’s fiancé.
Which character turned out to be the most toxic girlfriend in Hindi movies? Tell us in the comments below.Â