Hollywood is considered to be one of the most renowned films around the World. The majority of actors dream of being in Hollywood films with world-class directors. Indian actresses too dreamed of the similar dream. Many Bollywood actresses who gained fame in the 1990s remain famous across Hollywood in the United States and India. A handful of these ladies have large followings through social networks, which makes them the most sought-after actors. This list, which includes the top 10 females from the 1990s through the present, illustrates the changes in Bollywood’s image.
1. Shabana Azmi
Shabana Kaifi Azmi known as the stage name Coco is an internationally acclaimed actor also a well-known social defender. The year 1998 was the first time she won the Padma Shri Award; in 2012, she was awarded the Padma Bhushan Award. From 1997 until 2007, she was an MP. Through her roles in famous Hindi films such as Amar Akbar Anthony, Parvarish, Avtaar, and several others, she was regarded as among the top and most beautiful actresses of the time. In addition, she made contributions to a variety of Hollywood productions, such as Custody, Immaculate Conception, Son of the Pink Panther as well as City of Joy.
2. Priyanka Chopra
One of the most highly-paid actors on the planet in India is Priyanka who took home an award in the Miss World 2000 contest. The actress of 41, who was under-appreciated because of her looks, received the Padma Shri by the Indian government. Time declared her among the top 100 influential individuals within the World; Forbes listed her as one of the 100 most Powerful Females in the World as well, in the year 2022 BBC 100 Women in the World included her name in the list of 100 Women in the World. Some of her most popular Hollywood productions Her most viewed Hollywood films include Baywatch, The Matrix Resurrections, Citadel, Love Again, Quantico, Planes, We Can Be Heroes, The View, and many other films.
3. Tabu
Born on the 4th of November 1971. Tabu was a well-known actor today. Her most popular films include Sajan Chale Sasuraal Border, Jeet, and Hum Saath-Saath Hain. She was awarded the highly coveted Padma Shree award in 2011. She was a part of two of the most acclaimed Hollywood movies, The Namesake and Life of Pie. She is a part of a group of Bollywood stars and has appeared involved in a variety of blockbuster movies.
4. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
The world’s media has praised she is among the top gorgeous women in the world. The 1994 Miss World winner and was given an award called the Padma Shri by the Indian government in 2009 as well as it was the French state’s Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2012. The most famous Bollywood actress’ films in India include Dhoom 3, Devdas, Taal, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and others. Pink Panther 2, The Last Legion and Provoked are just a few of her most well-known Hollywood productions.
5. Dimple Kapadia
In the beginning of her professional career when she was 14 years old, as the main Actress for Raj Kapoor’s cult film Bobby she was the youngest Actress in her time. She is the mother-in-law to Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar and spouse of famous Bollywood actor Rajesh Khanna. Her most well-known Hindi movies include Gardish, Kaash, Drishti, Krantiveer, and others. She was recently seen with Shahrukh Khan in a wildly successful blockbuster Pathaan. She was recently in Tenet the famous American film.
6. Freida Pinto
She made her debut in a film in the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire, for which she was awarded an BAFTA Award nomination for Best Actress in the supporting Role. She is primarily involved for American in both British films. She has appeared in a variety of famous films, including Mr. Malcolm’s List, Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011), Immortals as well as You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.
7. Deepika Padukone
Alongside having a huge following outside India, Deepika is the most well-known Actress and among the highest-paid actors in the world. In addition, she is the wife of the well-known actor Ranveer Singh. The list of films could get long when it comes to her famous films, but let’s begin with the most viewed ones: Happy New Year, Bajirao Mastani Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, as well as Padmavat. She teamed up with the well-known international star Vin Diesel in the action film XXX: Return of Xander Cage in the year 2017.
8. Alia Bhatt
Recently, she made her debut on the big screen in Hollywood as Tom Harper’s Heart of Stone (2023) which is accessible on Netflix. Jamie Dornan and Gal Gadot appear in the film alongside Alia Bhatt. Bhatt signed a contract with the international entertainment agency WME by 2021. Her strong performance in Indian films like Darlings (2022), Highway (2014), Dear Zindagi (2016), Udta Punjab (2016), Gully Boy (2019) as well as the Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) has caught her to the attention of.
9. Mallika Sherawat
Mallika Sherawat is well-known for her daring roles as a character in Bollywood and has also ventured into Hollywood through films such as “The Myth” opposite Jackie Chan and “Politics of Love.” Sherawat’s versatility to play different roles has allowed her to carve out a niche for herself in the world of film.
10. Nargis Fakhri
Nargis Fakhri has made her Bollywood debut in”Rockstar,” a film “Rockstar” but also has an important Hollywood connection. Prior to beginning her Bollywood profession, she was a contestant as an American contestant on Next Top Model and later appeared on”Spy,” a Hollywood movie “Spy” alongside Melissa McCarthy. Her global background has enabled her to maneuver through both industries easily.
Conclusion
Indian people praised Priyanka Chopra, and Deepika Padukone’s prior Hollywood appearances. Bollywood is more than just dhinchak dancing and they showed it to the world and left a lasting impression on the viewers. Here are the top 10 Indian actresses who have worked in Hollywood and captivated the public to awe with their impressive acting skills and charisma.
