Interrogating masculinities in khaki: the new male cop in Indian web series

Sengupta, Rituparna (2025) Interrogating masculinities in khaki: the new male cop in Indian web series. Jump Cut: A Review of Contemporary Media (63). ISSN 0146-5546

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Abstract

The article examines the evolution of cop protagonists in contemporary Indian web series, particularly focusing on the characters from "Kaalkoot" and "Kohrra." It highlights how these flawed characters navigate personal and professional challenges while investigating crimes that reflect deeper societal issues, such as gender and caste dynamics. The protagonists, including Sub-inspector Ravi Shankar Tripathi, Sub-inspector Balbir Singh Sekhon, and Assistant Sub-inspector Amarpal Garundi, confront their biases and the patriarchal structures they embody, leading to personal revelations and growth. The narratives emphasize the interconnectedness of their investigations with their own identities and the broader moral implications of their roles within a flawed legal system.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: Masculinity | gender roles | criminal justice system | detectives | patriarchy | caste
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Arts and Humanities > Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Journalism, News and Media
JGU School/Centre: Jindal School of Journalism & Communication
Depositing User: Mr. Arjun Dinesh
Date Deposited: 01 Feb 2026 10:28
Last Modified: 01 Feb 2026 10:28
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/10797

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