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Who are the best Indian actors and actresses?
Indian cinema has proven its prowess in compelling storytelling that transcends language. Bollywood and other Indian entertainment give its audiences an interesting story to watch. That's why Bollywood films have an impressive amount of fans worldwide. Aside from the plot, another thing that audiences look forward to is the Indian actors in the film. These top actors give life and color to the characters that they portray. Although there are many rising actors in Bollywood, the best of the best among them are only a few. You've most likely seen these actors in many different movies. Case in point is top actor Aamir Khan who is a talented actor who portrayed an array of interesting roles. You can see him lead the way on famous Bollywood movies like 3 Idiots and Taare Zameen Par. These are only some of the movies where Aamir Khan plays the main character. Khan's brilliant acting skills coupled with his dashing looks are what make him a top actor. Khan is one of the best Indian actors of this generation but there are others who are as great as him. This list covers the best actors and actresses of India that you will definitely love! If you're a fan of Bollywood movies, you can't deny that these Indian actors and actresses make them better! Take a look at this list of the best actors and actresses who dominate the silver screen with their talent. Do you find your favorite Indian actor and actress here? Let us know your thoughts about them in the comments section below.
Aamir Khan
Aamir Khan ( March 14, 1965) is a renowned Indian actor and film producer. He is best known for his roles in 3 Idiots, Dangal, and Dhoom 3. His first lead role was in Ghajini in 2008 and the film became the highest grossing film in India.
Irrfan Khan
Irrfan Khan is a renowned Indian actor. He was born on January 7, 1967. He has won three Filmfare Awards, one Screen Actors Guild Award, and a national best actor award. He has received the Padma Shri, a major civilian award in India.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is an Indian actress and the winner of the 1994 Miss World beauty pageant. She made her film debut in 1997 in Iruvar and won two best actress awards in 199 for her work in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam.
Dev Patel
Dev Patel ( April 23, 1990) is a London-born Indian actor. He is best known for his role in the realistic film for young adults, the Slumdog Millionaire. He also starred in the hit movie, Chappie, alongside Hugh Jackman.
Kangana Ranaut
Kangana Ranaut is an award-winning Indian actress. She was discovered by director Anurag Basu in 2005 and starred in Gangster in 2006. She has won three national acting awards. She is 1.66 meters tall and was born in March 1987.
Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone is a Denmark-born, award-winning Indian model and actress. She has won the fifth Kingfisher Fashion Award Model of the Year award, two awards at the Idea Zee F Awards in 2006. She was born in January 1986.
Sonam Kapoor
Sonam Kapoor is an award-winning Indian actress. She was born in June 1985 and is related to many stars and filmmakers in India. She won the Stardust Award for her exemplary work in the film Saawariya.
Ranbir Kapoor
Ranbir Kapoor ( September 28, 1982) is an Indian actor and assistant director. He is a member of a family heavily involved in Bollywood. He has bagged numerous Filmfare, IIFA, National Actors' Guild, Zee, and Stardusts awards in his career.
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- #1May 15, 2018"While there are others who I think are better actors than Irrfan, he clearly can act, so I guess seeing him on this list is okay, though I would have preferred Dev Patel, or Ash, or my love Sonam here. Anyway, still okay I guess. "
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Irrfan Khan - #2May 15, 2018"Why is my girlcrush Ash SO LOW on this list??? I need reasons! Top 1 and no lower. She's not a multifle award winning actress for nothing! She survived more than a decade in Bollywood, that means she can act! let's upvote her!"
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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan - #3May 15, 2018"Please guiys believe when I say I haven't seen an Indian girl more beautiful than Deepika. And she is really talented. If you havent seen her films I suggest you guys download it all right now. "
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Deepika Padukone - #4May 15, 2018"I thought this was a really solid list when I saw Aamir Khan at the top. There is clealry no one better then him. Action, comedy, romance, drama. Ask it, my boy Aamir "KHAN" do it! The best!"
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Aamir Khan - #5May 15, 2018"I don't know why many hate this young talented man. He didn't win all those trophies by being just a Kanpoor. I sense a young Irrfan Khan in this man and he needs more Western exposure!"
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Ranbir Kapoor - #6May 15, 2018"Kangana should be Bollywood royalty and therefore should be higher on this list. :) You don't rise as fast as she did in the showbiz world without the blessing of the showbiz gods!"
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Kangana Ranaut - #7May 15, 2018"can't go wrong with Dev. he's almost the typical western indian. i hated his part in the live action avatar film, but that was more my hate for m night shymalan than him. "
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Dev Patel - #8May 15, 2018"I was not surprised in the slightest to see such a magnificent beauty and talent like Sonam Kapoor on this list. If only she could be higher!"
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| Rank | Answers | Type | Votes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aamir Khan | People | 10 | Free |
| 2 | Irrfan Khan | People | 8 | Free |
| 3 | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan | People | 6 | Free |
| 4 | Dev Patel | People | 6 | Free |
| 5 | Kangana Ranaut | People | 5 | Free |
| 6 | Deepika Padukone | People | 3 | Paid |
| 7 | Sonam Kapoor | People | 2 | Free |
| 8 | Ranbir Kapoor | People | 0 | Free |