Making a reputation for yourself in Bollywood is a tough row to hoe. The struggle is real, and it all depends on how you pave your path. These actresses have worked round the clock to be among the best actors in Bollywood. Their skills and dedication made them ace the industry. Let’s have a look at these juggernauts.
- Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone is the highest-paid Bollywood actress, charging between Rs. 15 and Rs. 30 crores for her projects. She began her acting career with the blockbuster Om Shanti Om and has since appeared in films such as Bajirao Mastani, Ram Leela, Padmaavat, and others. She appears on lists of the country’s popular figures, and Time named her one of the world’s 100 most influential people in 2018, and again in 2022!
- Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut, known as the Queen of Bollywood, is a well-known actress in the film business. The self-sufficient celebrity is said to demand between Rs. 15 and Rs. 27 crores for each project. She has been recognised in the media as one of India’s highest-paid actresses due to her versatility and portrayal of powerful women in female-centric films. She has received various prizes and has appeared on Forbes India’s Celebrity 100 list six times. The Padma Shri, the country’s fourth-highest civilian award, was awarded to her by the Government of India in 2020.
- Priyanka Chopra
The “Desi Girl” has established herself as a top actress due to her exceptional acting abilities, talent, and dedication. According to reports, the international star costs between Rs. 14 and Rs. 23 crore for each project. In 2016, she was awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India, Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the World, and Forbes named her one of the World’s 100 Most Powerful Women two years later.
- Katrina Kaif
The British actress has worked very hard. Kaif is best recognised for her roles in Bollywood films, but she has also acted in Telugu and Malayalam films. She began her career as a fashion model before being discovered by filmmaker Kaizad Gustad, who cast her in Boom (2003). She has appeared in various blockbusters, including Suryavanshi, Dhoom 3, Tiger Zinda Hai, and Jab Tak Hai Jaan. The actress demands between Rs. 15 and Rs. 21 crores for a film. She has given the best of her performances in Bollywood hits like Chikni Chameli, Suraiya Jaan Legi Kya, and Kamli.
- Kareena Kapoor Khan
Kareena is one of Bollywood’s most popular actresses. She has offered the industry some of the best films, like Jab We Met, 3 Idiots, Talaash, and Good News. In 2000, she made her Bollywood debut with the film Refugee. Her personality mirrors his self-assurance well. The diva continues to command the film industry, charging between Rs. 12-18 crore every film, making her one of the highest-paid actresses.
