Model, Actress
Born : 18th August, 1980
Preeti Jhangiani aka Preeti Zingania, won the hearts of millions as the 'Chui Mui Girl' in Rajshri's music video 'Yeh Hai Prem'. It paved the way for her entry into Bollywood, with the film 'Mohabbatein' (2000). Before that, the petite girl acted in one or two South Indian films, Mazhavillu (1999) in Malayalam being her debut film. Preeti's angelic visage, cute- charming face and childlike innocence make people take notice of her. Watching romantic movies, web browsing and listening to music are the hobbies of this model turned actress who featured in commercials like Nirma Sandal Soap, Dabur Vatika etc.
Theater Artist, Actress
Sonali Kulkarni, a regular feature in the Indian regional and parallel cinema, was born and brought up in Pune. Since childhood she had a passion for theatre and convinced by acting, she became a part of a theater group called Samanvay. This brilliant actress got her first break in Girish Karnad's 'Cheluvi' (1991), while studying at Ferguson College and since then there was no looking back. After that she did a couple of Tamil and Marathi films and the turning point came with the Hindi film 'Daayra' (1996). This national award winner has come a long way from theatre to regional films and proved her credentials as an actress by performing varied characters. Sonali has won accolades abroad by winning the best actress award for her Italian film 'Fuoco Di Su Me', at the Milan film festival in Busto Arsizio. Other awards bagged by the talented beauty includes Marathi Filmfare Award for Best Actress, Maharashtra State Best Actress Award twice, V. Shantaram Award 1996 etc.
Model, Actress
Born : 10th April, 1986
Ayesha Takia, model turned actress, always wanted to be in films. Born to a Gujarati father and half British and half Maharashtrian mother, she started doing ads at the tender age of four and has appeared in more than 60 commercials. Before entering Bollywood showbiz, the dazzling beauty appeared in Falguni Pathak's music video 'Meri Chunar' but got recognition with the album 'Shake It Daddy'. Ayesha's first film 'Socha Na Tha' got stalled, but was later released in 2005, and she made her debut with Abbas-Mustan's 'Taarzan - The Wonder Car' (2004). Her stunning figure and pretty looks caught everyone's eye and the optimism and faith in life makes her a very positive person. Ayesha made her entry into South Indian Films with the hit Telugu movie 'Super' (2005) co-starring Nagarjuna.
Model, Actress
Born : 27th August, 1980
Neha Dhupia, Femina Miss India Universe 2002, hailing from a military background was always fascinated by the glamour field. She started her career at the age of 19, did a few plays, music videos and Tele serials and also featured in the lead role in an Indo-Japanese movie. Neha made a sensuous debut in Bollyood with the film 'Qayamat' (2003) and since then has become a big bombshell of Bollywood. She also did two Telugu movies. The popularity of this hot damsel augmented with her bold portrayal in the controversial film 'Julie'(2004).
Neha Dhupia, daughter of commander Pradip Singh Dhupia, who is in the Indian Navy and mother Manpinder is a very family oriented girl who enjoys spending most of the time with her family. She has a brother, Hardeep who is a high flier with Jet Airways. Born in Cochin, Neha went to school in Vizag before passing out of Army Public School.
Neha started her career at the age of 19, in a TV serial Rajdhani, produced by Bobby Bedi of Bandit Queen fame. Neha decided to join modelling world and also did few plays and TV serials. She has imparted a facelift to Reebok, AirTel, National, Mitsubishi Lancer and Wagon R, and has played leading lady in an Indo-Japanese film.
Actress
Born : 9th November
One of the most talented actress of Kannada films Anu Prabhakar, daughter of M.V. Prabhakar and dubbing artiste Gayathri Prabhakar, first appeared as a child artist in the film 'Chapala Chennigaraya'. A born artiste, she has given several hit films including 'Heudaya Hrudaya' (1999) her debut as a heroine. This charming beauty has won many a hearts with her suave smile and brilliant acting. She has also tried her luck in two Tamil movies. Bangalore's Kolada Math honoured Anu with the title 'Abhinaya Saraswathi' for her outstanding performance in various films and she has also won other awards such as 'Kannada State Government best actress award 2000-01', 'Cinema Express best actress' etc. Anu is married to Krishna Kumar, son of veteran South Indian actress Jayanthi.
Actress
Born : 8th June, 1975
Model turned actress Shilpa Shetty, born to model parents Surendra Shetty and Sunanda Shetty, made her acting debut with the film 'Gaata Rahe Mera Dil'. But the film got stalled and the tall lass from Tamil Nadu was offered a role in 'Baazigar' (1993). Though most of her films were flops, Shilpa achieved a hot spot in Bollywood with the song 'Churake Dil Mera' in 'Main Khiladi Tu Anari' (1994). Shilpa has worked in a couple of films in Telugu, Kannada and Tamil. The sizzling starlet, mesmerized the audience with her devastating, unconventional looks, flexible dancing and stunning figure. Her performance in Revathy's 'Phir Milenge' (2004) was every much appreciated and she received Giant International Award, Indo-Pak's Young Achiever Award and AAHOA award for the same. She has also received Zee Gold Best Supporting Actress award 1998.
Shilpa Shetty, sizzling starlet, who has mesmerized audiences with her devastating , unconventional looks and stunning figure, almost worked with all top actors both south and North film Industries. After debuting in Baazigar, she sky rocketed to a levels of success. Shilpa found Bollywood calling her very early in life and that was when she decided to quit college and head for the spotlight. The industry started to take notice of her and after her award, offers started pouring in en-masse.
The movie that really catapulted her to stardom was Main Khiladi Tu Anari. Though other movies weren’t box office rages, Shilpa kept getting accolades and fame. The movie 'Dhadkan' gave her a nomination for Best actress. She has gone through a lot of changes in last couple of years both professionally and personally. She has shed off her old looks and way of dressing up. Suddenly she has started looking 'wow' with trendy hairstyle, impeccable make up and designer clothes. The old Shilpa Shetty is just a distant past.
After a failed relationship with Akshay Kumar she was linked to composer Sandeep Chowta by the glossies. When Shilpa is not working, she enjoys spending time with her family eating her favourite foods and working out a lot. With looks, talent and an uncanny ability to stay on top despite the rigours of the industry, Shilpa Shetty is one actress that Bollywood can count on for a long time to come.
Actress, Model
Born : 21st November, 1982
Aarti Chabria, Miss India Worldwide 2000, entered Bollywood debuting in 'Tumse Achcha Kaun Hai' (2002). This cute bubbly girl started doing ads at the tender age of three and has appeared in more than 120 commercials including Farex, Pepsodent, Clean and care face wash, Amul swastik ice cream, Krack cream, liril etc. She also appeared in a couple of music videos, and in a small role in Rajkumar Santoshi's 'Lajja' (2001) which turned out to be the beginning of a new journey. She also got chances in Telugu and Kannada movies and the talented actress has stolen the hearts of cinegoers with her charming beauty.
Model, Actress
Born : 31st January, 1981
Amrita Arora started her career as a model and earned recognition through regular video jockeying on MTV. This hazel eyed beauty, sister of Malaika Arora, featured in ads like Ponds, Elle 18, Sunsilk Fruitamins etc and made her Bollywood debut with 'Kitne Door Kitne Paas' (2002). The petite actress with a delightful smile and sparkling eyes was noticed and has carved a name for herself within a short span. She is well known for her dare to bare sexy role in the controversial film 'Girlfriend' (2004).
Amrita Arora, Mtv's latest female find, started career as a model and now going high at Mtv. She is a girl with delightful smile and round sparkling eyes. She does appear in ads every now and then, but it is her antics on the music channel that have won her acclaim. She featured in ads like Ponds, Sunsilk, Fruitmans, Elle 18, After Smoke etc. Amrita made her Bollywood debut opposite Fardeen Khan in Kitne Door Kitne Paas. Like sister Malaika Arora who is in total marital bliss with rugged-looking Bollywood actor Arbaaz Khan, Amrita arora too is wooing Kamaal Khan, who became popular by his 'O O Jaane Jaana' number in Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya.
Actress, Model
Vidya Balan, the Tamilian Iyer girl from Palghat (Kerala), always wanted to be an actress. This elegant beauty started her career as a model and has appeared in more than 25 ad films like Surf Excel, Ponds, Bajaj etc. Before getting a big break in Bollywood with the film 'Parineeta' (2005), she has acted in a few music videos with Euphoria, Shubha Mudgal, Pankaj Udhas etc, TV serials and a Bengali movie 'Bhalo Theko' and even won the best actress award, Anand Lok Puraskar in Kolkata.
Model, Actress
Born : 21st August
Lovely Bhoomika Chawla alias Rachana is born to an upright military family in Delhi. The limpid-eyed beauty later moved to Mumbai, and started her career with ad films and Hindi music video albums. Though she entered the tinsel world with the film 'Yuvakudu' (2000) in Telugu, Bhoomika shot into fame with the sensational success of 'Kushi', also in Telugu and even received the 'Best Actress Award' for the film. The gorgeous beauty, equally popular in Tamil, stepped into Bollywood with the big hit 'Tere Naam'. With her natural beauty, graceful movements and warm smile she has carved a niche for herself in the hearts of cine goers.
Actress
Born : 21st September, 1980
The sensational hazel eyed Kareena aka Bebo started her film career with the film 'Refugee' (2000). Though the film didn't do as well as expected, Kareena's performance was critically acclaimed. Born to the prestigious Kapoor family, she is the grand daughter of the legendary actor Raj Kapoor and daughter of Randhir Kapoor and Babita. Kareena is an extrovert with versatile acting aptitude, ethereal looks and ravishing features. She has achieved a lot of fame within a short time and has become the heartthrob of millions. She confirmed her status as a talented actress with her outstanding performance in various films such as Asoka, Chameli, Dev etc. The suave beauty with drop-dead looks has a magnetic persona and an amazing screen presence.
Kareena Kapoor is yet another K-family girl who took the plunge and managed to make a huge splash in the Hindi films industry. She had the privilege of debuting with the Bachchan boy -Abhishek in Refugee and though the film (and Abhishek) didn't do as well as expected, Kareena earned rave reviews.
Today she is one of the most wanted and paid actress in the bollywood.
Actress
Born : 9th June, 1979
Gorgeous Amisha with twinkling eyes, effervescent smile and long lavish hair started her film career with 'Kaho Naa Pyar Hai' (2000). Born in Mumbai, this trained Indian classical dancer after completing her schooling, left for the US to pursue biotech engineering. The brilliant girl won a gold-medal in Economics from the State University of Boston, worked for a finance company and did some modelling in between. Her brief modeling stint caught everyone's eye and paved the way for her entry into films. Amisha gave a mind blowing performance in the film 'Gadar: Ek Prem Katha'. This talented actress is a strong, determined girl who believes in achieving her dreams and is very dedicated, sincere and hard working.
Amisha Patel, started filmi career with Kaho Naa Pyar Hai, a super hit movie. Amisha is a gorgeous looking girl who will charm her way into the audience's heart with her twinkling eyes and effervescent smile.
Amisha is a person who is committed to doing good projects as she is not in films for the lure of fame and fortune, what with her coming from a very affluent background herself. A combination of hard work and smart career moves is responsible for Amisha being regarded as one of the top draw heroines in the industry today. The actress is an unlikely entrant into the world of films though glamour industry has been her conscious career choice.
She very candidly admits that a heroine does not have much to do in a film unless she has carved a niche for herself in the market. With Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai and Gadar setting the box-office on fire, Amisha today has become a lucky mascot for producers and distributors, who are making a beeline to sign her up.
Model, Actress
Born : 24th January, 1981
Riya Sen, grand daughter of legendary actress Suchitra Sen and daughter of Moon Moon Sen, made her Bollywood debut with the film 'Style' (2001). This Bengali beauty with almond eyes, first faced the camera at the tender age of 15 for the Tamil flick 'Taj Mahal'. After that she did several advertisements and became a familiar face in the Indipop circuit. She has featured in music videos including Phalguni Pathak's 'Yaad piya ki', Jagjit Singh- Asha Bhonsle's 'Jab samne tum' and 'Kahin kahin se'. Residing in Mumbai, this hot gorgeous girl is considered to be following her mothers foot steps.
Model, Actress
Known model turned actress, Tara Sharma - the la-di-dah girl, is a graduate from London School of Economics. Born to Pratap Sharma, a well-known voiceover artiste in India and an English mother, Tara was always actively involved with theatre. This dazzling beauty entered the tinsel world of glamour through ad films, and has appeared in ads like Lakme, Pond's, Pepsi, Fair and Lovely, Liril etc. The petite pretty girl with her luminescent eyes and perfect features caught the public's gaze and soon became a model to reckon with. She debuted in films with a small role in 'Om Jai Jagdish' (2002). The success of Indra Kumars 'Masti' (2004) and Madhur Bhandrakars 'Page 3' (2005) has made her a prize commodity in Bollywood.
Actress
Born : 16th September 1976
Meena, one of the popular South Indian actress, started her film career as a child artiste and has acted in more than 100 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam. The dove-eyed beauty debuted as a heroine in the Tamil movie 'Oru Pudiya Kadhai' (1990) and shot to fame with 'Seetharamaiah Gari Manavaralu' (1991) in Telugu.This beautiful and talented actress who has paired with all the big heroes of South Indian films, became the favourite star of cinegoers with her classic looks, sparkling eyes and cheerful smile. Sincere, hard working and very down to earth, Meena established her abilities to catapult herself as a versatile actress. She has received many honours and awards and some of them includes Kalai Maamani award 1997 from Tamil Nadu Government, Two Nandi Best Actress Awards from Andhra Pradesh Government, Six Cinema Express Best Actress Awards etc.
Model, Actress
Born : 13th September 1973
Model turned actress, Mahima Chaudhary started modeling since her college days. Born as Ritu Chaudhary, this beauty from Darjeeling debuted with Subhash Ghai's 'Pardes' (1997). Her performance won rave reviews and bagged awards like Lux face of the year, Lux Zee Cine Best Female Debutant and Filmfare Best Female Debutant for the year 1997. Before getting into films, this ramp model did a short stint as a VJ for Channel V and has appeared in various commercials including Pepsi ad along with Aamir Khan and Aishwarya Rai. Though Mahima won many hearts with her bubbly presence and beautiful smile, her film career did not have a very smooth sail. But her initial performances were appreciated in movies like 'Daag-The Fire', 'Dil Kya Kare' (1999)etc.
Name : Meera Jasmin
Actress
Born : 15th February, 1984
Meera Jasmin alias Jasmin Mary Joseph, one of the most talented actress of the Malayalam film industry debuted in the film 'Soothradharan' (2001). The chirpy actress with simple, but attractive looks and a huge amount of talent is an asset to the movie industry. Born in Thiruvalla, Meera has carved a name for herself in Malayalam, Tamil and Telugu movies. Acting comes naturally to her and with her sweet, beautiful smile and sterling performance, she has assured a place in the hearts of south Indian cinema goers.
Meera Jasmine, talented actress with a beautiful smile, is one of the hottest stars in South Indian Films. She started her film career from a Malayalam movie 'Sutradhaaran' directed by Lohithadas, though the film 'Suthradhaaran' flopped, her subsequent films showcased her talents as an actress.
Meera was snapped up by prestigious film makers all over the South. Her debut film in Tamil is Run which became the the biggest commercial success of the year and in Kannada her first film is Gudumba Shankar.
Meera Jasmine became a force to be reckoned with and she was assured a place in the hearts of not only the youth but the whole of south Indian cinema-goers.
Being one of the most promising new faces of Malayalam cinema, it is only too likely that the new century would prove fruitful to Meera and bag her more roles - both meaningful and commercially successful ones. She bagged the State award for her performance in 'Padam onnu oru Vilapam' and 'Kastooriman’ from the State Government.
Model, Actress
Minissha Lamba, a known face in the modelling circuit, debuted with the film Yahaan (2005). The former face of Cadbury's chocolate commercial was born in a Punjabi speaking Sikh family in New Delhi. A graduate from Miranda House, Minissha has trained under N.K Sharma's Act One theatre group. The acting career of this petite actress seems to have taken off on a good start. This demure damsel has gained a lot of appreciation for her brilliant performance in her debut movie.
Name : Urmila Mandotkar
Actress
Born : 4th February, 1974
Urmila Matondkar, a Maharashtrian girl from a middle class family stepped into filmdom as a child artist. She appeared in a number of films, the most popular being the award winning film 'Masoom' (1982). The beautiful girl with her impressive figure debuted as a heroine in the Malayalam movie 'Chanakya' (1989) and later with the Bollywood movie 'Narsimha'(1991). After a few insignificant movies, it was her magnificent performance in Ram Gopal Verma's 'Rangeela' (1995), that got her recognition as an actress. The film boosted up her career, and her sizzling and stunning looks in it made her the hottest girl on screen. She received Filmfare best supporting actress award 1999 for 'Judaai'. This skillful actress has proved her immense talent then and again in films like Satya (1998), Pinjar (2003), 'Maine Gandhi Ko Nahin Mara' (2005) etc.
Urmila Matondkar started her carrier as a child artist, appeard in number of films including "Masoom" in 1982. Her first film as a lead actress was the disappointing Narsimha. With insignificant roles in few other films, her career really took a turn with "Rangeela". The credit for her being recognised as an actress goes completely to director Ram Gopal Verma. Her potential to dance and acting discovered and displayed by Verma in the film made Urmila an overnight star.Urmila Matondkar is undoubtedly a talented actress, but it is her great body, glamorous look and dance that give the 'oomph girl' an edge in the cutthroat world of films. She is an intensely private person and rarley gives interviews. She is a confessed bookworm. Currently single, with the usual rumours of her link with verma.
Name : Simran
Actress
Born : 4th April, 1976
Simran Naval, the Punjabi girl professionally known as Simran, debuted in the Hindi film 'Tere Mere Sapne'. Before coming into the field, she was compering the popular show 'Superhit Muqabala'. The svelte beauty later moved to the Tamil film industry and established herself as an actress of repute. Her willingness to act opposite anybody and expose, and the no-nonsense attitude to work had made her South India's superb heroine. With some powerful roles, Simran proved that she is not just a glamour doll, but an actress with tremendous talent. The stunning beauty with sharp features, impish smile, and pleasing personality has swayed the hearts of lakhs of people.
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The sweet heart of south Indian cinema Simran with her mini skirts, petite figure and impish smile made the good-luck charm for many-a-producer.
Simran got her break in Indian Cinema when Jaya Bachchan saw her anchoring Super hit Muqabla, Doordarshan's TV show on Metro Channel a decade ago after performing on stage for her college. Simran debuted with Tere Mere Sapne, a comic thriller, the first production of ABCL (Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited) but unfortunately the film failed to enthuse in the box-office.
She moved to south and got a break in a Tamil film ‘Once More’ with Thespian Sivaji Ganesan, coupled with Vijay which was also a flop but her next film ‘VIP’which was a hit starring Rambha, Prabhu Deva and Abbas, created the image of a hottest sex symbol in town, and after thgt there was no looking back. She became very popular in the tamil film industry.
While most of her earlier films portrayed Simran as a glamour roll, of late she has made even critics sit up and take notice of her talent. She entered Telugu field by the film ‘Priya O Priya’ in kannada she acts a film opposite Shivraj Kumar, in Malayalam 'Indraprashtam opposite Mammootty.
Simran tied the knot with longtime boyfriend Deepak Bagga on december 02 2004. Deepak is said to be her friend for 17 years, though the couple has been spotted together only in recent times. Simran’s wedding might see the end of her film career as an actress, though she might emerge in a new avatar as a cinematographer or a scriptwriter.
In recent times Simran has had the maximum number of hits to her credit."Kannethere Thondrinal" with Prashanth, "Thullatha Manamum Thullam" with Vijay, "Aval Varuvala" and "Vaali" with Ajith are a few of her hits, and Kannanthil Muthamittal with Madhavan which deserve special mention.
Name : Richa Pallod
Model, Actress
Model turned actress, Richa Pallod, made her entry into the tinsel world with a minute role in the film 'Pardes' (1997). She started modeling at the age of 16, has featured for several ads films and appeared in Falguni Pathak’s music videos 'Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi' and 'Piya Se Mil Ke Aaye Nain'. The cute actress debuted with the Telugu flick 'Nuvve Kavali' (2000) which won rare reviews and bagged her Filmfare best actress award. Later she did several films in Tamil, Kannada and Hindi but failed to establish a career as a heroine and settled to character roles.
Name : Sadha
Actress
Born : 17th February
Sadha alias Sadaf Mohammed Syed debuted in the Telugu film 'Jayam' (2002) while she was doing her engineering at SNDT College, Mumbai. This trained Kathak dancer was introduced to Tamil films with the remake of 'Jayam'. Sada received best newcomer Filmfare award 2002. She, a Pune based Bohra Muslim won the hearts of Telugu and Tamil audiences with her charming looks and glorious smile. The super success of the Tamil film 'Anniyan' (2005) has boosted up her career straight to the top.
Name : Hema Malini
Actress
Born : 16th October, 1948
Hema Malini, the dream girl of the seventies, hailing from the South, started her career with 'Sapno Ka Saudagar' (1968). Initially she did a few trivial films, then her outstanding performance in 'Seeta Aur Geeta’(1972) established her as the queen of the box-office. With her captivating beauty and tinkling laugh Hema, soon became the heartthrob of the masses in the late seventies and early eighties. An excellent Bharat Natyam dancer, wife to Dharmendra, one of Bollywood's biggest stars, she eventually shifted from acting to direction to television to stage dance shows. In 2000, she was awarded the 'Padma Shri' by the government of India. After a long break, she has recently made a comeback to films. Very ambitious, Hema has always lead her life her way, and this still gorgeous actress in her fifties is busy with politics, social work and of course films.
Name : Sushmita Sen
Actress, Model
Born : 19th November, 1975
Sushmita Sen, the first Indian to win the Miss Universe 1994 was born in Hyderabad. She stepped into the film industry from the world of fashion. The charming, gorgeous Sush with a fascinating smile has beautiful eyes and a tall, perfect figure. Though very talented, till now she didn't get an opportunity to prove herself as a successful actress. This brilliant, down to earth personality has much more than a beautiful face. Sushmita enjoys writing prose and poetry and likes instrumental music. She is very fond of children and has adopted a baby girl whom she has named Renee. She won the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress award in the year 2000. Sushmita was positioned at number 6 in the 2004 Filmfare top ten actress list.
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Sushmita Sen, the first Indian to win the Miss Universe pageant held at Manila, Philippines 1994 was born on November 19, 1975 in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh. Daughter of an Air Force Commander her family of Bengali origin was posted in Nagpur, then Jorhat, and finally in Delhi. She did her schooling with English Honors predominantly in the Air Force Silver School.
She was interested in modelling and took part in one or two fashion shows during her school days. After she finished her plus two, she participated in the Femina Miss India contest and from then on there was no looking back. 172.5cm tall girl, with her girl next-door looks shot to fame when she became The Femina Miss India in 1994. Her main assets- an intelligent mind, poise and linguistic competence finally won her the coveted Miss Universe Crown. Eighteen year old Sushmita Sen, the youngest among the 76 contestants charmed a million viewers as well as the judges with her amazing mental acumen.
After she won the crown she got more opportunities for modeling followed by a competitive career in Bollywood. Her first stint in the film world was a south Indian movie, ' Rakshakan' followed by 'Dastak' in Hindi. Her films in Hindi include 'Biwi No.1', 'Sirf Tum', 'Nayak' and so on. She has proved her mettle and excels in whatever she does, be it acting or dancing. Her dance numbers like 'Shakalaka baby' in Nayak, 'Mehaboob Mere' in Fiza has been much appreciated. She got rave reviews for the convincing portrayal of her character in the film 'Filhaal'. She won the best supporting actress award in the year 2000 for her role in 'Biwi No 1'. 'Main Hoon Naa' released in 2004, was one of the biggest hits of her career and her role in 'Vaastu-Shastra' the same year was very much appreciated.
In 2005, she played a lawyer in 'Main Aisa Hi Hoon' opposite Ajay Devgan and also starred in a remake of 'Cactus Flower', called 'Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya'. Her most recent movies include 'Zindaggi Rocks'(2006), 'Chingaari', 'Gulel' (2006) and 'Karma, Confessions and Holi' (2006).
On the personal front, Sushmita likes instrumental music, writes poetry and columns for newspapers and is fond of children. She has adopted a baby girl whom she has named Renee. This brilliant, down to earth personality remains a much sought after women even years after she won the Miss Universe title and has proved that she has much more in her than just beauty.
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Name : Gayatri Joshi
Model, Actress
Born : 20th March, 1977
Renowned model turned actress Gayatri Joshi, was one among the last five finalists in the Femina Miss India beauty pageant 1999. This graduate in Commerce started modelling while in college. Some of the modeling assignments of this sweet faced lass, who had featured in music videos of Jagjit Singh’s 'Sagar Ki Kashti' and Hansraj Hans 'Jhanjaria' includes Hyundai ad with Shahrukh Khan, LG, Godrej Coloursoft, Sunsilk Fruitamin, Philips etc. This down to earth, gorgeous beauty made her debut onto Bollywood with 'Swades' (2004). She was chosen as the best female debut 2005 by Zee Cine, Bollywood and Star Screen. Gayatri got married to Vikas Oberoi, a well-known entrepreneur on 27 August 2005.
Name : Lara Dutta
Actress, Model
Born : 16th April, 1978
Lara Dutta, the model-turned-actress, was born in Ghaziabad. Before becoming Miss Universe 2000, she was a leading fashion and print model. She has appeared in several ads and debuted in the super hit movie Andaz (2003). The suave, smart and sexy actress is high spirited and very adventurous by nature. This trained Bharatnatyam dancer loves to spend time by reading autobiographies.
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Lara Dutta, the first Miss Universe of the new millennium was born in Ghaziabad, India on April 16,1978. She was the youngest of three children born to Wg.Cdr. L.K. Dutta and Jennifer Dutta. She completed her high school in Bangalore scoring the highest marks in English in the National Board Exams. She later joined Bombay University and did her degree in Economics.
Though her ambition was to study Media Marketing or be a journalist, she went to become a model by profession. A mix between Punjabi and Scottish parents, this stunning beauty always emerged a winner in whatever competitions she took part. She was first discovered by Gladrags' annual modelling competition. Then she went on to win Miss Intercontinental in Germany, which helped her to build up a very successful modelling career on a national scale. She appeared in advertisements for Synergie, Ceat, Coke and Sprite which made her popular. She participated in the Miss Femina India contest and won the title which paved her way to the Miss Universe Crown in 2000. Her confidence, elegance and exotic looks made her stand far above the other contestants and clinched the crown.
After she won the crown, she participated in various AIDS related events and worked along with the UNFPA. Adventurous by nature her hobbies include bungee- jumping, para-gliding, white water rafting etc. She also has a flair for cooking.
She started her acting career with the film 'Arasaatchi' in Tamil with Arjun. Her debut Hindi film 'Andaaz' got her a Film Fare award. This was followed by films such as 'Mumbai Se Aya Mera Dost', 'Masti', 'Aan', 'No Entry' ,'Kaal', 'Zinda', 'Dosti:Friends Forever' and so on. Though she has not made much of a mark in Bollywood, this girl with her steely determination is sure to go a long way in the industry.
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Name : Katrina Kaif
Actress, Model
Born : 16th July, 1984
Katrina Kaif, the model with a captivating look and voluptuous figure was born to a Kashmiri father and English mother. Brought up in London, she shifted to Mumbai to take acting as a full-fledged career. This stunning beauty debuted in the Hindi film ‘Boom’. Her gorgeous face and hourglass figure, have given her chances in numerous advertisements and music videos. Highly professional, Katrina is known in the industry as the beauty with brains.
Name : Preity Zinta
Actress, Model
Born : 31st January, 1974
Charming and attractive Preity Zinta began her career as a model, television anchor and later as a commercial actress. Her dimpled smile and expressions in the Lyril ad, won her the hearts of millions and attracted the film fraternity. The gorgeous, bubbly Preity, born in Shimla, debuted in Mani Ratnam's 'Dil Se' (1998) and made a mark in the industry with 'Kya Kehna'. She takes a lot of care in choosing her roles and each of her characters are far different. Preity is very much talented and hard working and while acting she portrays a myriad of emotions on her face. Her screen presence, inherent style, twinkling eyes, dazzling smile and down to earth nature has made her the favorite actress of Bollywood.
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Preity, a graduate in criminal psychology, was born in Simla. Her father died when she was thirteen, in a car accident in which her mother was bed ridden for sometime. She has two brothers, one year younger and one year older than herself. Pretty, cheerful, outspoken and a bit extra-ambitious of her career, Priety takes a lot of care in choosing her roles.
Preity started her career as the wet and cool model in the Liril ad. Shekhar Kapoor, well known director, liked her in the ad and cast her in his film 'Tara Rum Pum'. But unfortunately the film never took off. However, her name was already doing the industry rounds. Preity's first release was Mani Ratnam's 'Dil Se' (1998) opposite Shahrukh Khan. In the film her role though small, was noticed and won her rave reviews. Her next film 'Soldier' (1998), was also a hit. She played an impish, spoilt rich girl with great conviction in the film. Next she performed the role of a gritty young CBI trainee in search of a dreaded killer in Sangharsh (1999).
Critics began to take notice of her after her performance in Kya Kehna (2000). She followed her success with a string of movies including 'Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega' (2000), 'Mission Kashmir' (2000) and 'Farz' (2001). Her roles in 'Chori Chori Chupke Chupke' (2001), 'Dil Chahta Hai' (2001) and 'Dil Hai Tumhara' (2002), was appreciated and liked by all. But she really hit the highway in 2003 with great performances in 'The Hero', 'Armaan' and two smash hits 'Koi Mil Gaya' and 'Kal Ho Na Ho'. With these hits she became an actress to reckon with, in Bollywood.
She followed her success in 2004, with memorable performances in 'Lakshya' and 'Veer Zara'. Veer Zara was an emotional love saga typical of Yash Raj productions. Priety looked elegant and portrayed her role of a Pakistani woman with grace. The year 2005, began with a flop 'Khullam Khulla Pyar Karen', for Priety but she made it up with a big hit, 'Salaam Namasthe', which was inspired by the English flick 'Nine Months'.
Media shy about her personal life, Priety has been linked with a few of her co-stars but has always dismissed them as rumours. She dated Marc Robinson, one of the hottest models in India for sometime but later broke up with him. She is currently dating the heir to the Bombay Dyeing company, Ness Wadia.
Her screen presence, charm and down to earth nature has made her the favorite actress of almost all the directors and producers. Preity Zinta with her famous dimpled smile has come a long, long way from her modelling days to being one of Bollywood's most sought-after actresses today.
Priyanka Chopra
Actress, Model
Born : 18th July, 1982
Priyanka Chopra, Miss World 2000 made her debut in Bollywood films with 'The Hero'. Born in Jamshedpur, the extremely beautiful, sensuous, hot model-cum-actress has achieved a lot in a short time. She is the only Indian in USA to have been selected at state level for the National opus Honour choir. Priyanka with large twinkling eyes and captivating smile, is a genuine, selfless, down to earth, warm and loving personality. She enjoys reading, singing, writing poetry and short stories. She has worked for several social welfare programmes. The strongest personality traits of this beauty is the courage of conviction and her power with words. A born fighter, the unique thing about Priyanka lies in her attitude and the way she carries herself. She has never compromised on her moral values.
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Miss World 2000 Priyanka Chopra, the fifth Indian to win the coveted crown was born on 18th July 1982 in Mumbai to Capt. Dr. Ashok Chopra and Dr. Madhu Chopra.
Her upbringing in a family belonging to the army made her travel widely all over the country and exposed her to the multi cultural Indian society. Priyanka was a resident student of La Martiniere Girls College in Lucknow and studied for a short while at Maria Goretti College in Bareilly. Having completed class 10th from Boston USA her ambition was to become a software Engineer or a Criminal Psychologist.
Priyanka's interest in modeling implanted in her a desire to win the Miss World beauty pageant, a dream she claims to have held for six years. Back in India from US she participated in the Femina miss India contest and then the World pageant which changed her life drastically. Her family, especially her mother has been her sole inspiration.
Priyanka is a genuine, selfless, down to earth, warm and loving personality. She has a penchant for Indian music and dance, a flair for writing poetry and short stories, enjoys reading and theatre, and has worked for several social welfare programmes. Priyanka who believes that her power with words as one of her strongest personality traits, was a topper in English language and has won prizes for Extempore Speech and also for singing and dancing. Priyanka was the only Indian from her class in US to have been selected at state level for the National opus Honour choir.
Priyanka did a three month acting course in Mumbai and entered the film industry. She debuted in a Tamil movie titled 'Thamizhan' (2002), opposite Tamil superstar Vijay. And her debut Hindi film was the big budget 'The Hero: Love Story of a Spy' (2003) which was a flop. She became more known from her next film 'Andaaz' (2003), for which she won her first Filmfare Award. Her other notable films are 'Aitraaz' and 'Mujse Shaadi Karoge' which established her as one of Bollywood's top actresses.
In 2005, she had many releases, though most were average, 'Waqt: The Race Against Time' and 'Bluffmaster' did above-average and consolidated her position as a good actress. In 2006, she worked in the two biggest films of the year, 'Krrish' and 'Don - The Chase Begins Again', both have done extremely well at the box office and have become super-hits.
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Name : Rani Mukherjee
Actress
Born : 21st March, 1978
The Bengali damsel Rani Mukherjee with her gifted acting talent is one among the most successful actresses in Bollywood. Though she was introduced through the movie 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat' (1996), Rani was noted in 'Ghulam', and her film 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' shot her onto overnight stardom. A cousin to Kajol and daughter of director Ram Mukherjee, Rani had made a name for herself in the industry through sheer hard work. She's got something different and acting comes naturally to her as she proved herself in the classic 'Black'. Rani's simple looks, charm, innocent smile, twinkling eyes and natural beauty has won her a place in the hearts of the moviegoers. In a short span of time, she has worked with all the top actors and top class directors and production companies.
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Rani, the bubbly girl with her effervescing smile, husky voice and twinkling eyes has won a place in the hearts of the Hindi moviegoers. She comes from a filmy family of Bengali origin. Her father, Ram Mukherjee is a retired director, mother Krishna used to be a playback singer and her brother Raja Mukherjee is a film producer. Kajol, another equally successful actress is her second cousin. Rani puts loads of concentration and tremendous personal effort in the roles she plays.
Rani made her debut in Bollywood with the movie 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat' in 1996. The film did not do well at the box-office, but she got noticed. However, her first hit 'Ghulam' (1998) opposite Aamir Khan, brought her instant fame followed by her second hit 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' the same year which became the most commercially successful movie of 1998. She rose to stardom playing a college bombshell in the movie and also won her first Filmfare Award
Rani was proud to be associated with actor-director Kamal Haasan and was thrilled to have his film 'Hey Ram' (2000), which was India's official entry to the 2001 Oscars, in her lap. But the film did not propel her career to the extent she had expected. Then she appeared in a number of movies, some doing average business and some flops. The ones in which she got more appreciation were Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega (2000), Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and Mujhse Dosti Karoge (2002). Meanwhile in the personal front, her relationship with Govinda became quiet a hot topic of discussion amongst colleagues and the press.
Her career took a new dimension in 2002 when 'Saathiya' opposite Vivek Oberoi became a hit. She won the Filmfare Best actress critics award for her performance as a medical student who gets married to the one she loves without her parents consent. In 2003, she had another hit 'Chalte Chalte' (co-star Shah Rukh Khan) . The year 2004 started very well for Rani. She earned tremendous praise and critical acclaim for her performance in Yuva. She secured her position with yet another Box Office hit, Hum Tum. Then came Veer-Zaara which was again the most accomplished movie of 2004.
Rani's first release for 2005 was Black (a Sanjay Leela Bhansali movie) in which she plays the role of a blind girl. Her outstanding performance in the film, her best till date, has been highly acclaimed by the critics. Next she was seen in a bubbly avatar in Bunty aur Babli (2005) and the movie became a big hit in box-office. Her Mangal Pandey didn't do well at the Box Office but Rani got noticed in the role of a prostitute. Her next film was Paheli, India's official entry to the 2005 Oscars.
Rani is an active performer in many stage shows and also has made strong efforts to encourage the jawans who guard our countries hostile borders. She is also the "brand ambassador" for various products like Nestle Munch, Fanta etc. Rani's career has gone into high gear in the last few years. It is obvious that she is now the reigning queen of Bollywood.
Name : Bipasha Basu
Actress, Model
Born : 5th May, 1979
The silver screen sensation, Bipasha Basu came into the limelight when she won the Famous Ford Supermodels Contest. Besides doing several commercial advertisements she did the famous video ‘Tu’ for Sonu Nigam’s album, Kismat. The five feet eight inches tall light-eyed Bengali dusky beauty is a new asset to Hindi Film World. The sexy symbol of Bollywood was bold enough to accept unusual roles. Her debut role in 'Ajnabee' has very much appreciated and 'Raaz' proved to be a boon for Bipasha. This dazzling, hot actress feels her eyes are her strong feature.
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The dusky Bengali beauty, Bipasha Basu, was born in Delhi, grew up in Kolkata and now is based in Mumbai. She wanted to be a doctor since childhood. She pursued science for Plus 2 but did her graduation in Commerce, as doing all those horrid rat dissections made her faint. Then she planned to do Chartered accountancy, but fate had something else in store for her. She met Mehr Jessia, one of the famous supermodels in India, in a hotel in Kolkata and she compelled her to participate in the Famous Ford Supermodels Contest in 1996. She won the contest at 17 years of age and the rest is history. Bipasha went on to catwalk for all leading Indian designers.
After winning over people's hearts through modeling and advertisements, she did the famous video 'Tu Meri Mehbooba' for Sonu Nigam's album, 'Kismat'. In 2001, she started her film career with 'Ajnabee' followed by Vikram Bhatt's 'Raaz' (2002) opposite Dino Morea in which her portrayal was greatly appreciated. In the same year she acted in a Telugu movie, 'Takkari Donga', opposite Mahesh Babu.
Next was an erotic thriller Jism (2003), where she handled the role of a sexy wife of an middle-aged industrialist very well. In this movie, her flair especially her superb body was fully utilized by the director Amit Saxena. This movie changed her image gave her a glamour-doll aura. She appeared glamorous in many films like 'Zameen' (2004), 'Footpath' (2004), 'Ishq Hai Tumse' (2004), 'Rudraksh' (2004) etc. But she proved that she can also handle intense lead roles with ease in 'Rakth' (2004).
In 2005, her list of sterling performances include films like 'No Entry', 'Barsaat', 'Shikhar' and 'Apaharan'. The year 2006 was also good for her. 'Phir Hera Pheri' and 'Darna Zaroori Hai' were movies that revealed her acting talent. Her performance in Madhur Bhandarkar's 'Corporate' , in which she played a sophisticated business executive, won her rave reviews.
Bips is now a leading contender for the top spot in Hindi films. This dazzling, attractive personality feels that her eyes are her strong feature. She is bold enough to accept unusual roles. She has been involved with co-actor and model Dino Morea and now her relationship with hot star John Abraham has often been in the news. It is widely speculated that they will end up getting married. Hardworking and talented, Bipasha deserves every bit of her success.
Name : Aishwarya Rai
Actress, Model
Born : 1st November,1973
Aishwarya Rai, the stunning beauty from Mangalore (Karnataka) in India, shot into fame when she was crowned the Miss World 1994. Her film career began in a Tamil Film 'Iruvar' in1997, but it was her stint in the Hindi film 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' that gave her a real break. This green-blue-eyed model turned film star achieved fame internationally by appearing in famous shows such as Oprah Winfrey and David Letterman as well as a number of Hollywood films. She is the first Indian actress to be a member of the jury at the Cannes Film Festival and the first Indian female to be immortalized in wax at the world famous Madame Tussaud’s wax museum in London. This gorgeous, highly photogenic star, has a perfect figure and beautiful eyes. It is her grace and confidence that have taken her to the top as a model, actress and a superstar in India and other Asian countries.
Name : Asin
Model, Actress
Born : 26th October, 1985
Asin alias Asin Thottumkal, the talented actress cum model, is an upcoming heroine in the Tamil film industry. Before entering into films, she was a part-time model and businesswoman. This angelic charisma started modeling at the age of 14 and is trained in Bharatnatyam and folk dance. Though the Kerala-born Christian girl debuted in the Malayalam film 'Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka' (2001), she made it big in Tamil (Kollywood) and Telugu (Tollywood ) industries. She won the hearts of the Tamil audience with her captivating performance in the super hit movie 'Gajini' (2005).
Name : Sushma Reddy
Model, Actress
Born : 2nd August
Multi-faceted personality Sushma Reddy is the eldest of the Reddy sisters, actress Sameera and popular VJ Meghna. Sushma began her career with a small stint in Channel V. Her naive and sweet face proved to a big asset and paved her way to modelling. She has featured in commercials of several major brands like Tanishq, Thums-up, Fair and Lovely etc. Sushma entered Bollywood by debuting in the film 'Chocolate' (2005). She has also appeared in Sonu Nigam's music video 'Deewana'. The gorgeous lass has worked with most production houses and designers in Mumbai. Apart from these, this graduate in Economics floated a company of skin care products, tried her hand in Jewelery design and has also learnt Japanese and acupuncture.
Name : Sunidhi Chauhan
Playback Singer
Born : 1984
Bollywood singing sensation, Sunidhi Chauhan had shown exceptional musical talent since childhood. She started her career at the tender age of four and was a part of 'Little Wonders' - a troupe for child prodigies run by renowned music directors Kalyanji- Anandji. Sunidhi got recognition through the television music show 'Meri Aawaz Suno' and was introduced as a playback singer with the movie 'Shastra' (1996), followed by a number of films. Her first big break came with the song 'Ruki Ruki Si Zindagi' in Ram Gopal Verma’s 'Mast' (1999) and since then there was no looking back for this gifted singer. Sunithi bagged the R D Burman award for the most promising newcomer at the 2001 Filmfare Awards. She tied the knot with the music video director/ producer Bobby Khan but got separated within a year. By the age of 22, this talented, down to earth lass have sung over 2,000 songs in 10 languages.
Name : Deepika Padukone
Model
Born : 5 Jan 1986
Deepika Padukone, daughter of celebrated badminton player Prakash Padukone, is one of the most preferred models in India. Born in Mumbai and brought up in Bangalore, this trained Bharatanatyam dancer has always been attracted to the glamour world. Deepika started modelling as a child, doing TV and print campaigns for several brands but discontinued later to concentrate on studies. She was a state-level badminton player while in school. This svelte beauty has appeared in commercials like Liril, Close-up, Limca etc and has taken the glamour world by storm with her angelic visage, unguarded manner, naturally athletic body and disarming dimpled smile. She featured in Kingfisher Calender 2006, won the Society Young Achievers' Award 2004 and Model of the Year Award 2005 at the Lakme India Fashion Week. The stunning 5' 9" girl made her showbiz debut with Himesh Reshammiya's music album 'Aap Ka Suroor'. The much-awaited, much-hyped Kingfisher girl who entered the silver screen pairing with King Khan in "Om Shanti Om" has accomplished in one movie what many cannot do in a lifetime.
Name : Sameera Reddy
Actress
Born : 14th December, 1975
Hot and sizzling Sameera Reddy, who featured in Pankaj Udhas music video 'Ahista', started modelling as a gateway to the tinsel world. Youngest and the most pampered of the Reddy sisters, popular VJ's Meghna and Sushma, she debuted with the film 'Maine Dil Tujhko Diya' (2002) and has come a long way from a simple actress to a sex symbol of Bollywood. Trained in Kathak, this tall dusky beauty shot to fame with her dare-bare roles in 'Darna Mana Hai'(2003) and 'Musafir' (2004). The glamour girl was introduced to the southern film industry through the Telugu film 'Narasimhudu' opposite NTR Junior.
Name : Amrita Rao
Model, Actress
Born : 17th June, 1981
Sweet and dainty Amrita Rao, from a Chitrapur Saraswat Brahmin family was always fascinated by acting. Her first modeling assignment was for Fairever fairness cream and within a couple of months, she became a model for many top brand companies and did nearly 35 ad films. Cadbury's Perk and Bru coffee ads offered her a platform to step into the film industry. The pretty lass debuted in the film 'Ab Ke Baras' (2002), but shot into public notice with 'Ishq Vishk Pyaar Vyaar'. 'Mein Hoon Na', 'Deewar' and 'Masti' are her other films. With her typical girl-next-door image, this graduate in Psychology stands on a different course, she feels that if not in films there are other fields to excel in.
Name : Koel Mullick
Actress
Charming Bengali actress Koel Mullick, daughter of Bengali actor Ranjit Mullick, debuted with the film Haranath Chakraborty’s 'Nater Guru' (2003). This petite girl created a sensation of sorts with her first film. Expressive, beautiful and blessed with a natural star appeal, Koel is an aspiring Odissi dancer. With in a short span of time this honey eyed beauty has became one of the most happening star in the Bengali film industry.
Name : Dia Mirza
Model, Actress
Born : 9th December, 1981
Dia Mirza alias Diya Mirza, Miss Femina India-Asia Pacific 2000 from Hyderabad, made her debut with the film 'Rehana Hai Tere Dil Mein' (2001). Born to a German father and a Bengali mother, this light-eyed beauty is very talented and hardworking. While working as a marketing executive, at the age of 16, Dia had done an advertising campaign in Femina, and it helped her to participate in the Miss India competition and win the crown. Ever since Dia stepped into Bollywood, success has eluded her and most of the roles she got were character roles. This versatile personality with her beautiful smile and attractive eyes has yet to prove herself in the tinsel world.
Name : Shriya Saran
Actress
Born : 11th September, 1982
The south Indian actress Shriya Saran intruded into the hearts of millions of youth with her luring eyes and glamorous looks. She was born in Haridwar and brought up in Delhi. This talented Kathak dancer cum model did some music albums and ads which paved her way into film industry. Charming Shriya known for her beautiful smile debuted with the Telugu film 'Ishtam' (2001) and has paired with all the top heroes. She became equally popular in Tamil films and her first Bollywood film was 'Thoda Tum Badlo Thoda Hum' (2004). This pretty girl who never dreamt of being in tinsel town, has created a niche for herself within a short span of time.
Name : Natassha
Model, Actress
Born : 14th April
Model turned Actress, Natassha alias Anita Hasnandani started out as a television actress working in a number of successful Balaji Telefilms. She shot to limelight with serials like 'Kabhi Sautan Kabhi Saheli', 'Kkavyanjali' etc. This Mumbai based Sindhi girl soon got offers from Southern film-makers and did several Telugu films. Natassha's Bollywood debut flick ' Kuchh To Hai' (2003) didn't do well at the box office, but she sizzled with the number 'Ding dong' and 'Bindaas' in 'Krishna Cottage' (2004). In 2005, she did 'Silsilay' and 'Koi Aap Sa'.
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