Anushka Sharma
Bagging the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor (female) Award for Jab Tak Hain Jaan, Anushka Sharma has proved her mettle as an actress. Not one to be known only for her good looks or dancing skills, this porcelain-skinned beauty has acted her way to the top, literally! She has an interesting line-up of films ahead with Raj Kumar Hirani and Anurag Kashyap. She’s definitely here to stay…
Priyanka Chopra
After a series of not-so-successful films, everyone was ready to rob Priyanka Chopra off her star status. But not one to let failure get to her, we saw PC come back with a bang! It started with the mammoth hit, Agneepath, followed by her successful international single – In my city. But the highlight was undoubtedly the much loved and critically acclaimed Barfi! Amidst all this glory, one Teri Meri Kahaani can be overlooked, no?
Katrina Kaif
The most bankable star, lucky charm – these are some of the labels that Katrina Kaif has been given over the years. And staying true to them, Katrina continues to dish out one smash hit after the other, with Ek Tha Tiger and Jab Tak Hain Jaan, going on to gross over 350 crores jointly. With a polished performance in Ek Tha Tiger, Kat proved that hard work can take you places. And who can forget her hit item number Chikni Chameli, that was one of the reasons Agneepath got a massive opening. With her role in the upcoming Dhoom 3 already creating a buzz, the lady’s popularity only seems to be soaring by the day.
Kareena Kapoor
She continues her run as the reigning queen of Bollywood. Known for her quirky individualism, Kareena has done a host of critically acclaimed roles in her decade long career. While her portrayal as superstar Mahi in Heroine saw her slip down the ladder, marriage to the Pataudi heir saw this royal Khan bahu win back lost ground.
Vidya Balan
Vidya Balan is in a league of her own. Unlike other actresses who tread the safe path, Vidya has always done the unimaginable. Her choice of films is proof of that. After the huge success of The Dirty Picture, Vidya did what she does best- she challenged the norm with Kahaani. She stood by a small woman-oriented film and delivered yet another box-office success, walking away with the Filmfare Best Actor (Female) award for the third time in a row. Earning the reputation of being the only actress who can deliver a hit without the Khans. Vidya symbolizes the new breed of the actress – individualistic, confident, versatile and talented.
Deepika Padukone
She may count herself as a part of Bollywood’s newer generation, but Deepika has broken away from the pack only recently, to shine alongside her older and more famous co-stars. Her film Cocktail has brought her more critical acclaim than she has ever received. Her fresh quotient is a huge hit with the audience. With her career only tilting upwards, she has a bright future.
