Indian cinema, Bollywood is the birthplace of many great actresses. This is a whole Galaxy where stars shine brightly. Many of them are world famous and very talented.
This article is an attempt to introduce the reader to the top 10 most popular Bollywood actresses in 2013 based on an analysis of Internet sites and forums.
10th place. Genelia D'Souza
This Indian actress and model belongs to the younger generation. She was born in 1987 in England, where her parents moved from Goa, and since childhood she dreamed of becoming a movie star.
The girl returned to her native India at the age of sixteen, and already in 2003 she made her acting debut, in four films at once (two in Hindi and two in regional languages), three of which turned out to be very successful, especially "Having a blast"(Masti, 2004). It was a great start and Genelia immediately felt that her dream was coming true.
However, for some reason, Bollywood producers did not pay much attention to her, but in the south, offers rained down like from a cornucopia - she had to star in 3-5 films at once. Surprisingly, all these films turned out to be commercially successful, which speaks of the good taste and excellent intuition of the young actress.
And in 2006, finally, a super hit came, although for now only a regional one - the film "Dollhouse"(Bommarillu). The public received it with delight, and critics compared it with the best Bollywood films. This film served as a springboard for Genelia to return to Bollywood: the tape "Do you know"(Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, 2008) entered the top five grossers and brought nominations for prestigious awards, which Genelia has long deserved.
In addition to cinematic activities, actress hosts the popular TV show "Big Switch" and is the face of brands such as Fanta, Virgin Mobile and Perk.
9th place. Rani Mukherjee
Rani was born in 1978 into a large Bengali film family and began her career early, which turned out to be very difficult.
Rani's acting debut took place in the film "Wedding procession"(Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, 1997) and did not bring her success. The two subsequent films became undisputed hits: "Defiant to Fate"(Ghulam, 1998) and "Everything happens"(Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, 1998). Rani immediately received a ton of offers and was carried away by quantity at the expense of quality.
She starred in many films, most of which did not live up to expectations. It took effort to change the image and finally star in the film, which became a hit and received critical acclaim: "Anatomy of Love"(Saathiya, 2002), for which she received numerous awards and nominations.
And again, after several passing roles in 2004, two successful films followed at once "You and me"(Hum Tum) and critically acclaimed "At the crossroads of destinies"(Yuva), which brought her the “Best Actress” and “Best Supporting Actress” awards. These films made Rani the only Indian actress to win two top awards in the same year.
Rani's role as a deaf-mute blind girl in the film brought unanimous recognition from the public and experts, as well as numerous awards. "Last hope"(Black, 2005), which established her as one of the leading actresses in Bollywood: she topped the “Ten Best Actresses” list three times, from 2005 to 2007.
8th place. Vidya Balan
Born in 1978, this actress is one of the most talented and sought after in India. After receiving higher education in the field sociology she began her career by appearing in music videos, TV series and commercials.
From 2003, roles in feature films in regional languages followed. First role in a Hindi film "Married woman"(Parineeta, 2005) brought her the award for Best Female Debut. The following films were also popular and commercial successes, especially the lead role in the blockbuster "Bro Munna 2"(Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 2006).
But the film attracted special attention from experts "Daddy"(Paa, 2009), where Vidya played the role of a single mother raising a child suffering from a rare genetic disease. This film marked the beginning of a very successful period in her career, when the actress consistently played several leading roles in films that received very positive reviews: "Love has no reason"(Ishqiya, 2010) "Nobody Killed Jessica"(No One Killed Jessica, 2011), "Dirty Picture"(The Dirty Picture, 2011), and "Story"(Kahaani,2012). These films brought Vidya Balan the status of a “female heroine” and made her one of the leading actresses in modern Indian cinema.
Despite her relatively short career, Vidya has already received many high awards, including the National Film Award.
7th place. Bipasha Basu
This actress and model was born in 1979 in a Bengali family in Delhi. Bipasha is famous in Bollywood for never being afraid to do the most daring and explicit scenes, which is very popular with her fans. The actress has acted in films in many regional languages.
Her first role as a negative heroine was in 2001 in the film "Insidious Stranger"(Ajnabee) immediately brought home the award for Best Female Debut. The first commercially successful film was "Secret"(Raaz, 2002). His role in the erotic thriller brought him even greater popularity. "The Dark Side of Desire"(Jism, 2003).
This was followed by several films that became hits in Bollywood: "In a Whirlpool of Trouble"(No Entry, 2005) "Bikers 2: True Feelings"(Dhoom 2, 2006), "Race"(Race, 2008). During these same years, films appeared that attracted positive attention from critics and brought the actress many different awards, including the titles of “Best Actress”, “Best Supporting Role” and “Best Actress in a Negative Role”: "Stolen Souls"(Apaharan, 2005) "Broken Fates"(Corporate, 2006) and "Beware, beauties"(Bachna Ae Haseeno, 2008).
Bipasha, perhaps the most "sporty" actress in Bollywood. She has released numerous fitness training DVDs. In addition, in many films she herself performs songs that later become hits.
And this year the long-awaited international science fiction blockbuster should finally be released. "Singularity", where Bipasha Basu plays one of the lead roles.
6th place. Deepika Padukone
Deepika represents the younger generation. The popular supermodel and actress was born in Copenhagen in 1986, in the family of a famous Indian badminton player. Deepika speaks several languages and has acted in films in both Hindi and regional languages - Tamil and Kannada.
She started with a career in modeling, and his acting debut took place in 2006 in the Kannada language romantic comedy - "Aishwarya". The following year she starred in a Hindi film "Om Shanti Om", immediately gained immense popularity and received the “Best Female Debut” and “Most Promising Young Actress” awards. The role in this film remains her biggest commercial success to date.
Deepika later played leading roles in popular films. "Love Today and Tomorrow"(Love Aaj Kal, 2009) and "Full house"(Housefull, 2010), earning the title of “Best Actress”. And the role in the film "Cocktail"(2012) demonstrated her extraordinary acting abilities, brought unanimous praise from experts and victory in several nominations.
Deepika is undoubtedly considered one of the sexiest Indian actresses and also holds the unofficial title of the cutest lady in Bollywood.
5th place. Malika Sherawat
This is the most controversial, mysterious and notorious Indian actress. She is called the sex symbol of Bollywood. Her real name is Rima Lamba, but since there was too much Rome in Indian cinema, and the girl wanted to be the one and only, she called herself “empress” - this is how Malik’s name is translated.
The exact date of her birth is generally unknown: on different sites it varies from 1976 to 1981, and on the official one it is not indicated at all. Malika was born in a small town, into a traditional Puritan family, graduated from a prestigious college and received degree in philosophy. She gained popularity by being photographed for the cover of the world famous magazines “Snoop” and “Cosmopolitan”, and starred in television commercials.
She made her debut in the film "Live for me"(2002). The first real hits were "Anatomy of Love" and erotic thriller "Murder"- in them Malika created an incredibly sensual image, enshrined in the film "Kiss of Fate".
She became one of the few Indian actresses who managed to enter the international stage and star in in Hollywood- in 2005, with Jackie Chan, in the movie "Myth". To advertise the painting "Nagin: Snake Woman" Sherawat willingly posed with the snakes. In comedy "The Politics of Love"(Love. Barack, 2011) the actress played the role of Barack Obama's campaign coordinator.
Among her other achievements, Malika became the first Bollywood actress to pose for Playboy magazine.
4th place. Priyanka Chopra
This 31 year old Indian film actress, singer, songwriter and supermodel represents another famous cinematic dynasty. Her charming smile helped her win the hearts of millions of fans.
Priyanka's first success came with winning the Miss India and Miss World pageants in 2000. She began her acting career with a Tamil film in 2002, followed by roles in Bollywood, and her first success was achieved with the film "Love Above the Clouds"(Andaaz, 2003).
Popularity came after bold scenes in the role of a seductress in the film "Confrontation"(Aitraaz, 2004). After this, Priyanka played many female roles in commercially successful films. With experience came skill, and subsequent roles won not only public recognition, but also high praise from experts: "Captive of fashion"(Fashion, 2008), "Scoundrels"(Kaminey, 2009) "Barfi" (2012).
Priyanka is a very versatile actress, starring in both dramas and romantic comedies with equal success. These abilities brought her many different awards - several awards for best actress, as well as titles in four different categories, including "Best Villain of the Year", the titles "Best Actress" and "Hottest Girl of the Year" according to Maxim magazine.
Priyanka states that she is passionate about work and charity work and is not planning to get married in the next 10 years.
3rd place. Kareena Kapoor
Karina already belongs to the fourth generation of the famous Kapoor acting clan, which made a huge contribution to the formation and development of Indian cinema. And her recent marriage to a popular actor Saif Ali Khan brought her even greater popularity.
Kareena Kapoor is the epitome of a multi-talented actress. In addition to acting and talent, she sings and dances at a professional level.
Born in 1980 in Mumbai into a family where both parents and an older sister were actors, she was in the media spotlight from a very young age. However, her first film "Rejected" in 2000 did not gain popularity among the public.
And only the second tape, "The Charm of Love"(2001) won the award for best female debut. And then there was just a waterfall of successful paintings. The same year the film "Both in sorrow and in joy" became the highest-grossing Bollywood film in the international market and is still one of her best commercial films.
The role of a sex worker in the film "Night Revelations"(Chameli, 2004) became a turning point in the actress’s career and was highly praised by critics, as well as the films "Mentor"(2004) and "Omkara"(2006). Karina played the main role in the romantic comedy "When we met" and received an award for Best Actress in a Drama "Three Idiots" (2010).
In general, the number and variety of awards, titles and awards she has is simply amazing - this is “Style Icon”, and “The Sexiest Asian Woman”, and “The Most In-demand Actress in Bollywood”. And the songs she performs regularly become hits and are performed on all music TV channels.
2nd place. Aishvaria Rai
Without a doubt, this is one of the most recognizable and, at the same time, most beautiful actresses in Bollywood.
After marriage she became member of the famous Bachchan clan in India, which contributes to its even greater popularity. Aishwarya Rai has demonstrated her evergreen acting prowess in her recent films, which have been highly appreciated not only by her many fans but also by film critics and experts.
Having entered the top 10 many years ago, it still retains this honorable place with amazing stability. Before her film debut, Aishwarya worked as a model and gained fame after winning the competition Miss World in 1994.
During her career, Rai starred in more than forty films in Hindi, English, Tamil and Bengali, including in international blockbusters – "Bride and Prejudice" (2004), "Spice Princess" (2005), "The Last Legion"(2007) and "Pink Panther 2"(2009) in English. She has represented India with distinction at numerous international events and ceremonies.
Aishwarya Rai - the first representative of India at Madame Tussauds wax museum. It's no surprise that she ranks high among the most popular stars of Indian cinema.
1 place. Katrina Kaif
Almost all ratings in recent years have given first place to this actress and model. The year 2013 was no exception. Born in 1984 in Hong Kong in a family of a British woman and a native of Kashmir, she now has 17 films.
The actress stands out not only for her outstanding abilities and excellent skill, but also for her absolutely amazing beauty, which drives her fans crazy.
This “hot lady” is loved by millions of fans around the world. According to women's magazines FHM and Maxim, Katrina Kaif is now most expensive" and the most commercially successful actress in Bollywood. And the world-famous toy manufacturer Mattel recently announced that the future model for the Barbie doll will be made from it.
Having started her acting career in 2003, and gaining popularity among the public in glamorous roles, Katrina subsequently played leading roles in the best Bollywood films of the last decade, such as "Namaste London" (2007), "An Amazing Strange Love Story" (2009), "Once Upon a Time There Was a Tiger"(2012). Her latest films "While I am alive"(Jab Tak Hai Jaan, 2012) and "I am Krishna"(Main Krishna Hoon, 2013) raised her popularity to the skies.
Video TOP 10 most beautiful and popular Indian actresses
Not only for India, but also for the rest of the world, these actresses appear to be real goddesses. They are talented, but what attracts even more attention is their incomparable beauty - burning and at the same time tender, inherent only to the girls of Hindustan.
In this Top 20 we have collected the most popular modern Indian actresses, many of whom were able to conquer not only Bollywood, but also Hollywood.
One of the most sought after Indian actresses of our time. Born November 1, 1973. Height is 170 centimeters. Best works: Jodha and Akbar, Devdas, A Prayer, Forever Yours, The Thrill of Love. Among the best foreign works are the following: The Last Legion, The Spice Princess, The Bride and Prejudice.
Ayesha is married to popular actor Abhishek Bachchan. The couple has a daughter growing up.
Alia Bhatt
Born March 15, 1993. The girl's height is 165 centimeters. Notable roles were in the following films: Dear Zindagi, Student of the Year.
Aliya is not married yet.
Anushka Sharma
She was born on May 1, 1988 in a military family, which did not stop the girl from choosing acting. Anushka's height is 175 centimeters. The best projects with her participation: God Made This Couple, While I'm Alive, The Wedding Ceremony, Company of Scoundrels, PK.
Anushka is married to Virat Kohli.
Bipasha Basu
Indian actress with Bengali roots. This hot brunette was born on January 7, 1979. Her height is 170 centimeters. Filmography: Bikers 2: True Feelings, Beware, Beauties, Race, God Made This Couple, Race 2.
Bipasha is married to actor Karan Grover. The couple has no children.
Deepika Padukone
Recently, Deepika made a successful debut in Hollywood cinema, starring in the action movie Xxx: World Domination, but in her homeland the girl has many notable roles: These Crazy Youth, Om Shanti Om, Beware, Beauties, Real Indian Boys, Bajirao and Mastani.
Diya Mirza
Born December 9, 1981. Height is 168 centimeters. Best works: Well, have you fallen in love?, Victim. Diya is not married yet.
Kajol
Along with Aishwarya, she is one of the central modern actresses of Bollywood and has also achieved success in the West. Kajol played especially well in the following films: My name is Khan, Both in sadness and in joy..., Everything happens in life, The Unkidnapped Bride, Playing with Death, I love you, mommy!
Born on August 5, 1974 into an acting dynasty (4th generation actress). Height is 160 centimeters. Kajol is married to actor and director Ajay Devgan. They have two children.
Kangana Ranaut
Born March 23, 1987. The girl's height is 166 centimeters. Best works: Kites, Captivated by Fashion, Queen.
Kangana is not married.
Kareena Kapoor
Many fans of Indian cinema are of the same opinion that Karina does not have a special gift, but her birth into a famous acting dynasty opened the doors for her to the world of cinema. Nevertheless, her filmography also includes some good works, especially in the comedy genre: Brother Bajrangi, I Love You, Mommy!, Three Idiots, The Emperor, Will You Be Friends with Me?
Born September 21, 1980. Height is 166 centimeters. Kareena is married to actor and producer Saif Ali Khan. The couple has a growing son.
Kriti Sanon
Born July 27, 1990. Height is 170 centimeters. The young actress has few worthy roles so far; the best of them was in the film Lovers.
Kriti is not married.
Nazneen Contractor
Nazneen is known better in Hollywood than in India. Despite the fact that the girl is a native of Mumbai, her main career is developing in the USA.
Born August 26, 1982. The actress's height is 163 centimeters. Critically acclaimed works: Star Trek Into Darkness, Castle, Person of Interest, Revenge, Bones, Chicago PD. Nazneen is married to English actor Carl Rotha.
Preity Zinta
Born January 31, 1975. Height is 163 centimeters. Preeti belongs to the galaxy of actors from the Golden Age of Bollywood. Her track record includes many worthy roles, the best were in the following films: Veer and Zara, Will Tomorrow Come or Not?, Never Say Goodbye, Salaam Namaste, Every Loving Heart.
Priti is married to Gene Goodenough.
Priyanka Chopra
Recently, Priyanka made her debut in Hollywood in the film “Baywatch”. Best works: Don. Mafia leader 2, Don. Mafia Leader, The Stranger and the Stranger, Barfi!, Bajirao and Mastani.
Richa Chadda
Born December 28, 1988. Height is 165 centimeters. Richa has acted in 25 projects so far, but the best one is Ram and Leela.
The actress is not married.
Sonam Kapoor
Born June 9, 1985. Height is 175 centimeters. Popular filmography: I Hate Love Stories, Neerja, Beloved, Run, Milka Run!, Pretty Woman.
Sonam is not married.
Tina Desai
Born February 24, 1987. Height is 165 centimeters. He is actively filming both at home and in the West. Best roles: Table number 21, Marigold Hotel: Best of Exotic, Cocktail, Sense Eight.
Tina is not married.
Fatima Sana Shaikh
Born January 11, 1992. Height is 168 centimeters. Best works: Dangal, When you are alone, Table number 21.
Fatima is not married.
Freida Pinto
One of the most famous Indian actresses who has proven herself well in Hollywood. Best films: Slumdog Millionaire, Rise of the Planet of the Apes, Dancer in the Desert, Black Gold.
Hansika Motwani
Born August 9, 1991. Height is 165 centimeters. This young actress has few roles yet, but she already has some worthy ones: You are not alone and Oh, my friend!
Hansika is not married.
Shraddha Kapoor
Born March 3, 1987. Height is 168 centimeters. Best roles: Life for Love 2, Villain, Haider.
Shraddha will not be married.
If our editors missed or forgot someone, please indicate this in the comments and we will definitely make amendments the next time we update the rating!
30th place: Preity Zinta(born January 31, 1975). A recommended film for getting to know the work of Preity Zinta is Veer-Zaara (2004).
28th place: Priyanka Chopra / Priyanka Chopra(born July 18, 1982). Priyanka Chopra is the winner of the Miss World 2000 international beauty pageant.
26th place: Sheena Shahabad / Sheena Shahabad(born November 21, 1988) is an actress who has appeared in eight films since 2009 in the following languages: Hindi, Telugu, Kannada.
25th place: Mamta Mohandas / Mamta Mohandas(born November 14, 1985) is a South Indian singer and actress who appears in films in the following languages: Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam.
24th place: Mandakini / Mandakini(born July 30, 1969) is a Bollywood actress with an English father and an Indian mother.
19th place: Divya Bharti / Divya Bharti(February 25, 1974 - April 5, 1993). Divya Bharti's film career did not last long, only 3 years, during which time the actress starred in 22 films, including 14 films in Hindi. On April 5, 1993, 19-year-old Divya died after falling from the 5th floor of her apartment in Mumbai. The investigation was never able to determine whether it was an accident, suicide or murder.
17th place: Madhuri Dixit / Madhuri Dixit(born May 15, 1967). The recommended film to get acquainted with the work of Madhuri Dixit is Devdas (2002).
16th place: Rani Mukerji / Rani Mukerji(born March 21, 1978). Recommended films for getting acquainted with the work of Rani Mukerji - Veer and Zara / Veer-Zaara (2004), Beloved / Saawariya (2007).
14th place: Meenakshi Sheshadri / Meenakshi Sheshadri(born November 16, 1963). Meenakshi Sheshadri is the winner of the Miss India 1981 beauty pageant.
11th place: Dia Mirza (born December 9, 1981). Previously known as Diya. Dia Mirza is the winner of the international beauty contest “Miss Asia and Oceania 2000”.
10th place: Juhi Chawla (born November 13, 1967). Juhi Chawla is the winner of the Miss India 1984 beauty pageant.
8th place: Waheeda Rehman(born May 14, 1936). Recommended films to get acquainted with the work of Waheeda Rehman: Guide (1965), Delhi-6 (2009).
7th place: Deepika Padukone (born January 5, 1986).
6th place: Sushmita Sen / Sushmita Sen (born November 19, 1975). Sushmita Sen is the winner of the Miss India 1994 and Miss Universe 1994 beauty pageants. Recommended film for getting acquainted with the work of Sushmita Sen - I am next to you / Main Hoon Na (2004).
5th place: Sonam Kapoor (born June 9, 1985). Recommended films to get acquainted with the work of Sonam Kapoor: Beloved / Saawariya (2007), Delhi-6 / Delhi-6 (2009).
Date of Birth: July 18, 1982
Height: 169 cm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/priyankachopra/
One of the most beautiful Indian actresses and models. Apart from all this, Priyanka is also a confident winner of Miss World 2000. This amazing woman started her acting career in 2003. For the first time, Priyanka tried herself as an actress in the film “Love Above the Clouds.” After that, this amazing actress managed to star in more than 50 films. In most of them she was assigned the main role, which indicates the girl’s high talent as an actress.
Rakhi Gulzar
A very famous and incredibly beautiful Indian actress who has played in more than 100 films throughout her life, which deserves great respect. Also, Rakhi Gulzar is one of the most nominated actresses in the women's acting categories. The first film in which this amazing actress played was Badhu Baran (1967). At that time she was about twenty years old. The film for which this wonderful woman is still remembered is “A Life Ruined.” This was one of her best roles.
Divya Bharti
Divya Bharti was born in Mumbai. This girl had very bright and beautiful facial features that were impossible not to notice. In 1988, the young actress was noticed by the talented director Nandu Tolani, who invited the girl to try herself in his new film. Throughout her life, the girl played in more than 15 films. During the filming of the film “Dew and Flame,” the young actress met her future husband Sajid Nadialwala, from whom she gave birth to a wonderful son a few years later.
Bipasha Basu
Date of Birth: January 7, 1979
Height: 170 cm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bipashabasu/
Bipasha Basu is a famous Indian actress and model who was born in Delhi. Until 2000, Bipasha had a successful modeling career. The girl had no plans to become an actress. The girl decided to try herself in a completely new role for the first time only in 2001, when she starred in the film “Insidious Stranger.” Since that time, the girl managed to star in more than 50 films. In 2007, Bipasha was recognized as the sexiest and most desirable woman in Asia, which was very flattering for the young actress.
Vyjayanthimala Bali
The most beautiful and popular Indian actress who had an extraordinary talent for dancing. Throughout her life, this extraordinary woman managed to star in about 65 films. The woman devoted more than 20 years of her wonderful and eventful life to cinema. We noticed a girl at a dance performance, which is where her career as an actress began. Playing in the Tamil movie Vazhkai, which became her first film, the girl captivated the whole world with her extraordinary beauty. In 2007, she published an autobiography called Bonding... A Memoir.
Amala Paul
Date of Birth: October 26, 1991
Height: 168 cm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreamcatcher_ams/
An equally attractive Indian actress who was born in the glorious Indian town of Ernakulam. Her magical appearance helped the girl become an actress. Noticing her photographs, the girl was immediately offered to star in Neelathamara. Over the years, Amala has starred in about 15 films. The girl said many times in her interview that all the roles that she was assigned left a huge imprint on her life. Most often, Amala was given a supporting role.
Sushmita Sen
Beautiful Indian model and successful actress. Among other things, in 1994 this woman was awarded the title of Miss Universe. This is the first Indian woman to be awarded such a high title. During all this time, the actress managed to star in about 20 films. In 5 of them, the girl was awarded the title of best supporting actress, which deserves great respect and speaks of the high acting qualities of this woman. Currently, the actress is raising two adopted daughters.
Juhi Chawla
Juhi Chawla is a famous Indian actress and also a producer. In 1984, Juhi became the winner of the Miss India pageant. The first film in which the young actress played brought her a nomination for Best Actress. During all this time, the actress changed many film companies. Currently, the girl is married to famous businessman Jai Mehta. From this man she is raising two beautiful children. The actress hides all other details about her personal life.
Madhuri Dixit
Date of Birth: May 5, 1967
Height: 163 cm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madhuridixitnene/
A successful Indian actress who managed to conquer world cinema with her unsurpassed beauty. Initially, the girl’s career as an actress was not entirely successful. But a few years later, in 2001, the girl was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the highest paid actress of this time. Today, the actress has about 11 awards for her successful career and unique acting in her arsenal. To date, Madhuri has managed to play in more than 70 films.
Riya Sen
Date of Birth: January 24, 1981
Height: 155 cm
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riyasendv/
A beautiful girl and a very talented young actress. To date, the actress has played in about 25 films. Her bright appearance and unusual facial features could not go unnoticed by the directors. Initially, the girl was predicted to have a modeling career, but Riya tried with all her might to prove to herself and those around her that cinema was her true calling. Since 2013, for personal reasons, the girl began acting less actively, but she did not dare to quit cinema completely.
