Research subject of this paper is a female character of Queen Draupadi from Indian epic poem Mahābhārata, a strong mythical character who is used in contemporary interpretations of Indian literature to question connections between tradition and modernity as well as the position of women in society. This paper compares the ways in which Draupadi is presented in three contemporary literary works: Yajnaseni: The Story of Draupadi, The Palace of Illusions and Draupadi in a Brothel House. Research is based on literary-anthropological approach with a feminist theoretical framework and concept of revisionism. In fact, revisionism of traditional literature in India is used as a tool to promote feminism and the most common character of contemporary Indian revisionism is precisely the character of queen Draupadi whose personality is a good foundation for creating a modern role model for Indian women. Three contemporary literary works were first analysed in detail and later compared to one another but also to the epic poem. This research has shown that the very values that made Draupadi a dangerous woman in traditional Indian society also made her a role model and a favorite motive of feminist novels today. Conflict between her and patriarchy in Mahābhārata is revised into a mythical model for women's rights movement. On the other hand, her traditional side that makes her want to be a good mother and wife, turns her into a more relatable and accessible role model for Indian women.