Hollywood is thought to be one of the most well-known films around the World. Many actors dream of being in Hollywood films with famous directors. Indian Actresses have also longed for the similar dream. A few Bollywood stars who rose to fame in the 90s are popular across Hollywood in the United States and India. Some of these women are popular through social networks, which makes them the most sought-after actors. This list, which includes the top 10 females from the 1990s until today, demonstrates 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 activist. The year 1998 was the first time she was awarded the Padma Shri Award; in 2012, she was awarded the Padma Bhushan Award. From 1997 until 2007, she was the parliament’s member. 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 her time. In addition, she made contributions to various Hollywood productions like Custody, Immaculate Conception, Son of the Pink Panther as well as City of Joy.
2. Priyanka Chopra
One of the most highly-paid actors of all time in India is Priyanka who took home an award in the Miss World 2000 contest. The 41-year-old actress, who is under-appreciated due to her beautiful appearance, won the Padma Shri by the Indian government. Time declared her among the top 100 influential individuals across the World; Forbes listed her as one of the 100 most Powerful Females in the World In 2022 BBC 100 Women in the World included her name in the list of 100 Women in the World. Her most well-known Hollywood productions Her most viewed Hollywood films are Baywatch, The Matrix Resurrections, Citadel, Love Again, Quantico, Planes, We Can Be Heroes, The View, and many other.
3. Tabu
Born on the 4th of November 1971. Tabu has become a well-known actor today. Her most popular films include Sajan Chale Sasuraal Border, Jeet, and Hum Saath-Saath Hain. She was awarded the famous Padma Shree award in 2011. She was in two of the most popular Hollywood movies, The Namesake and Life of Pie. She has worked with a variety of Bollywood actors and has appeared involved in a variety of blockbuster movies.
4. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
The media around the world has praised she is among the top gorgeous women in the world. The 1994 Miss World winner and was presented with her the Padma Shri by the Indian government in 2009, and also in 2012, the French administration’s Ordre des Arts et des Lettres in 2012. The most popular Bollywood film diva’s in India include Dhoom 3, Devdas, Taal, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and others. Pink Panther 2, The Last Legion and Provoked are among her most well-known Hollywood productions.
5. Dimple Kapadia
When she started her professional career at 14 years old as the main Actress for Raj Kapoor’s popular film Bobby She was the youngest Actress in her time. She is the mother-in law of 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 recently appeared alongside Shahrukh Khan in the hugely popular blockbuster film Pathaan. She was recently in Tenet the famous American film.
6. Freida Pinto
Her debut in film was in the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire, for which she won an BAFTA Award nomination for Best Actress in an supporting Role. She has a mainly active role for American in both British films. She has been featured in numerous popular films, such as Mr. Malcolm’s List, Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011), Immortals along with You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger.
7. Deepika Padukone
In addition, she has an extensive fan base in other parts of India, Deepika is the most adored Actress and among the highest-paid actors in the nation. Also, she’s the wife of the famous actor Ranveer Singh. The list of films could get long when it comes to her famous films, but let’s begin with the ones that are most well-known: Happy New Year, Bajirao Mastani Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Padmavat. She teamed up with the well-known international star Vin Diesel in the action film XXX: Return of Xander Cage in 2017. Rather than her usual stunning her saree in a variety of films .
8. Alia Bhatt
She made her debut recently at Hollywood as Tom Harper’s Heart of Stone (2023) that is now accessible on Netflix. Jamie Dornan and Gal Gadot are the main characters in the film, alongside Alia Bhatt. Bhatt was signed to the international entertainment company WME for 2021. Her dramatic appearances in Indian films like Darlings (2022), Highway (2014), Dear Zindagi (2016), Udta Punjab (2016), Gully Boy (2019) as well as the Gangubai Kathiawadi (2022) are among the films that have attracted her to the attention of.
9. Mallika Sherawat
Mallika Sherawat is well-known for her shrewd role 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 various roles has enabled 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 extensive Hollywood connection. Prior to the start of her Bollywood profession, she was in America’s Next Top Model and later appeared on”The Spy” in the Hollywood production “Spy” alongside Melissa McCarthy. Her experience in the world has enabled her to maneuver through both industries effortlessly.
Conclusion
Indian fans have praised Priyanka Chopra, and Deepika Padukone’s prior Hollywood appearances. Bollywood is more than dancing dhinchaks and they showed it to the world and left a lasting impression on their audience. Here are the top 10 Indian actresses who were employed in Hollywood and made the world by surprise with their amazing acting skills and charisma.