INDIAN

1.Item Queen:-Rakhi Sawant
Personal Profile (Personal Biography) Of Rakhi Sawant
Original Name: Neeru Sawant
Commonly Known Name: Item Girl
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 49 Kg
Birth Place: Mumbai, India
Education: Studied in Goklibai School, Vile Parle and later studied Arts at Mithibai College
Marital Status: Single
Languages: Hindi, English
Family Background
Father's Name: Mr. Sawant, ACP Mumbai Police
Mother's Name: Usha Sawant
Brother(s): Rakesh Sawant, upcoming director
Sister(s): Jaya, married
Film Background (Filmography)
Debut Film: Joru Ka Ghulam
Famous Movies: Gumnaam - The Unknown, Gahraee, Hot Money, Malamaal Weekly, Khaffa, Koii To Apna Hota, Hello…Kaun Hai?, 24x7 Bombay Saloon Unisex, Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena, Khamosh - Khauff Ki Raat, Mumbai Xpress, Main Hoon Na, Masti, Paisa Vasool, Aanch, Patth, 2nd, Bad Boys, Om, Chura Liyaa Hai Tumne, Dum, Gautam Govinda, Badmash No.1, Ehsaas - A Feeling, Kurukshetra, Joru Ka Ghulam, Dil Kya Kare, Dil Ka Sauda.
Other Facts: Sawant has also appeared in a number of music videos and a reality show, Bigg Boss (that airs on Sony Entertainment Television). She filed a police complaint against pop singer Mika, who misbehaved with her at his birthday party. Rakhi Sawant is banned from future stage performances in Dubai and Maharashtra.
Other Achievements: Her Pardesiya remix music video was a huge hit.




2.Item Number:-Namitha Kapoor
Date of Birth:-10 May 1981, Surat, Gujarat, India
Height:- 6' (1.83 m)
Namitha was born in the Punjabi-speaking Kapoor family in Surat, Gujarat, India on May 10, 1981.
She is the only daughter in this family, which consists of her dad, a businessman while her mom is a homemaker. She has a degree in English Literature. She used to teach swimming to
young children and was raised in Bombay.
She is proficient in Karate, loves to dance, watch movies, swim and play badminton in
her spare time and likes to work out physically. She likes novels, especially by
Sidney Sheldon, as well as comic books. She is a promoter of Gadgetguru.
She is also known as an item girl in regional movies, and often appears in Tamil magazine front covers. She became even more popular after her dance number 'Arjuna Arjuna'.





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1. Deepika Padukone

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'.
2. Amrita Rao

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.

3. Dia Mirza

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.

4. Sunidhi Chauhan

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.

5. Nathasha

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'.  
6. Shreya Saran

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. 7. Kajol Mukherji

Kajol, one of the most successful actress of Bollywood, was born to actress Tanuja and producer Somu Mukherjee. Though she debuted with the flop film 'Bekhudi' (1992), Kajol got noticed with 'Baazigar' (1993) and shot to the top most position with the major hit 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' (1995). The versatility of her acting can be seen from the various characters done by this natural actress. The movies which she did with Shahrukh Khan were all blockbuster hits. Charming Kajol won the heart of the audience with her simplicity, girl next door attitude and superb acting talent. She got married to actor Ajay Devgan in 1999 and has a daughter Nysa. Kajol is the brand ambassador of Whirlpool products along with her husband. After a break she has made a comeback with Kunal Kohli's Fanaa (2006). Awards to her credits are Lux Zee Cine Award 1997 for Best Villian and Filmfare Best Actress Award 1998 for 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.
8. Meera Jasmine

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.
9. Saada

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.
10. Asin

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).
11. Gayatri Joshi

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.
12. Maduri Dixit

Madhuri, the pretty, charming actress cum graceful dancer in Hindi films is famous for her million dollar smile. Although she started her career as a model, she didn't succeed in the field. She was introduced in the film 'Abodh' (1986), but it was 'Tezaab' (1988) that gave her a big break. With her acting skill and superb performance in various films Madhuri was renamed as female Amitabh Bachchan. The awards to her credit includes 5 Filmfare awards, 3 Screen Videocon Awards and Zee Lux Cine Award. She got married to Doctor Sri Ram Nene on October 17, 1999. The svelte dazzling beauty with prominent features became the heartthrob of millions with her hard work and professionalism. 
13. Aishwarya Rai

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.
14.  Sushmita Sen 
 
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.
15. Rani Mukherjee

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. 
16. Preity Zinta

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.
17. Tara Sharma 

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
18.Bipasha Basu

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. 
19. Koel Mullick

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.
20. Katrina Kaif

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.
21. Priyanka Chopra

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. 
22. Simran

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.
23. Koena Mitra

Koena Mitra the dusky svelte beauty hailing from Calcutta was the winner of Gladrags Mega Model 2002 and a semi-finalist of Miss Intercontinental. Intending to become an actress, this sultry model featured in a few music videos and commercials like Clinic all clear, Maruti Alto etc. Koena is a trained Indian and Western dancer. Hot and sexy, this Bengali bombshell forayed into Bollywood with a scorching item number in Ram Gopal Varma's 'Road' (2002) and debuted as a heroine in the film 'Musafir' (2004).
24. Sameera Reddy

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.
25. Rekha(Bhanurekha Ganeshan ever green beauty)

Rekha, Bollywood's crown and pride, and daughter of south Indian actors Gemini Ganeshan and Pushpavalli, began her acting career at the young age of 13. Her first film 'Sawan Bhadon' was released in 1970. The metamorphosis of this dark, plump and not so beautiful duckling to a golden mermaid drastically boosted her image in the tinsel world. She has an aura of glamour and mystery. The sexy looking damsel with heavy eye make-up and pouting lips made her mark in the early eighties with her superb performance in 'Khubsoorat'. Crowned as the ‘Evergreen Timeless Beauty', the dashing Rekha holds an empowering persona with versatility, humbleness, grace and faith. Even at the gracious 50, Rekha's mystical beauty continues to enthrall the hearts of millions.
26. Urmila Mandotkar

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.
27.  Richa Pallod 

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.
28.  Rimii Sen 

The Kolkata babe, Rimii Sen or Rimi Sen shifted to Mumbai to achieve her dream of becoming an actress. She plunged into showbiz with her Coke commercial with Aamir Khan. She became one of the most popular face in the small screen featuring in ads like Taj Mahal Tea, Parachute Enrich, Ariel, Videocon AC, Dettol etc. The gorgeous Bengali beauty got a break in Bollywood with her debut film 'Hungama' (2003). The success of 'Dhoom' (2004) paved a new path for this dusky girl and made her popular. Rimii is a brilliant Odissi dancer who has won a national scholarship for it. She dropped her last name 'Sen' as there was too many Sen's in the industry.
29. Bhoomika Chawla

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.  
30.  Hema Malini (The dream girl of the Bollywood)

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.

31. Lara Dutta 

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. 
32. Minissha Lamba

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.
33. Mahima Chaudhary 

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.
34.  Amrita Arora 

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).
35. Malaika Arora

Hot and dazzling Malaika Arora Khan, veejay turned model turned actress, is one of the best known sex symbols in the glamour world. A face of innumerable brands, the dusky beauty with her glossy lips, tempting pout and stunning figure shot to limelight through the MTV show 'Loveline'. This ramp goddess, sister of Amrita Arora, always loves being in front of the camera and became a big hit in the small screen. Trained in Russian ballet, Jazz ballet and Bharat Natyam, Malaika, has done various item numbers and prominent among them is 'Chaiya Chaiya' sequence in the film Dil Se (1998) opposite Shahrukh Khan. She got married to Arbaaz Khan in February 1999 and has a son Arhaan.  
36.  Amisha Patel 

 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. 
37.  Preeti Jhangiani 

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.
38.  Meena 

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.  
39.  Kareena Kapoor 

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.
40. Neha Dhupia

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).
41.  Riya Sen
 
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.
42.  Indrani Dasgupta 

One of the top models in India, Indrani Dasgupta initially wanted to be a lawyer. But intrigued by the fashion world, she decided to become a model. The Bengali lass with her drop-dead gorgeous looks was born and brought up in Muscat. Indrani started modeling at the age of 18, and since has made it big with loads of print and television ads. The dusky beauty with her dimpled smile has numerous ramp shows to her credit and has featured in a couple of music videos. An economic graduate from Jawaharlal Nehru University, she was the winner of the Society Achiever's Award for glamour in 2002. She is the brand ambassador of Lakme India.
43.  Rajlaxmi Khanvilkar 

Rajlaxmi Khanvilkar Roy, one of the most sought after models in the fashion world, started doing ramp shows while studying in college. This Marathi lass appeared in ad campaigns like Garden Vareli, Wega, Cadbury's Chocolate etc, hosted shows on Channel [V] like 'BPL Oye' and did a few music videos. Her chiseled face and slim good looks caught everyone's eye and Rajlaxmi took modeling as a full fledged career. At the age of 20, she married model Sameer Soni but got separated after 7 months. The gorgeous beauty sizzled on the big screen with an item number in the film 'Asoka' (2001). She is now happily married to Bollywood actor Rahul Roy (Aashiqui fame).
44.  Anu Prabhakar 
  
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.  
45. Sonali Bendre

Marathi beauty Sonali started her career as a model. She was selected in a talent search by the Stardust magazine, made her debut in Bollywood with the film 'Aag' (1994) and has worked with almost all top stars. Though most of her films except 'Diljale' (1996) and 'Sarfarosh' (1999) were flops, she charmed movie goers with her fresh innocent look and sweet smile. She also acted in a few Telugu and Tamil films and anchored for television shows like 'Kya masti kya dhoom' and 'Boogie-Woogie'. Awards to her credit include Star Screen Most Promising Female Award Newcomer 1994, Filmfare Lux New Face 1995, Star Screen Best Supporting Actress 2001 and Star Screen Award 2004 for best Marathi actress. Sonali married film maker Goldie Behl in 2001 and has a son, Ranvir. She took a break from films after her marriage and made a come back with the critically acclaimed Marathi movie 'Anaahat' (2003) directed by Amol Palekar. She is back into modelling, has debuted in Theater plays and was seen in a Marathi remix video 'Cham Cham Kartai Hai'.
46.  Mandira Bedi 

Mandira Bedi started her career with Doordashan's tele-serial 'Shanti' (1994) for which she received national acclaim. Born and brought up in Mumbai, Mandira with her glamour image shot to international fame with 'Extraa Innings' of World Cup Cricket 2003 on Sony Max. She stepped into films as a supporting actress with 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge' (1995). This beauty with her dazzling smile proved her talents and capabilities in both the small screen as well as the big one. Mandira acted as a psychiatrist in the Tamil film 'Manmadan' (2004) and as a busy media correspondent with no time for her family in 'Divorce' (2005). In real life, this well-known media personality is happily married to movie director Raj Kaushal.  
47. Aarti Chabria

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.
48. Vidya Balan

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.
49.  Shilpa Shetty 

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.
50. Yana Gupta 

Yana Gupta, one of the sexy sirens of Bollywood, started modelling at the age of 16. Born as Yana Synkova in Czechoslovakia, the established model changed her name to Yana Gupta after her marriage to a Pune based artist Satya Gupta. Before settling in India, she built a reputation as a supermodel in Europe and Japan, worked in Milan, Paris and Vienna with clients like Calvin Klein, Victoria’s Secret, Nivea, Toyota, Honda and Sony to her credit. A graduate in park architecture and gardening, the stunning Czech beauty has also done some music videos. Besides bagging modelling assignments for Lakme, Limca, MTV and PETA, the hazel eyed Yana made a sizzling debut on big screen with the item number 'Bijli Giri' in the film 'Dum' (2003). She is the brand ambassador of Christian Dior. The picture perfect looks, curvy figure and porcelain skin has made this multi-faceted svelte belle an hot asset on the ramp and dance numbers.

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