10. KAREENA KAPOOR
This Bollywood stunner offers more than just good looks, having made a name for herself as both an actress and singer. Born in Mumbai in 1980, this young star made her Bollywood debut in 2000 drama Refugee before launching to fame as one of the hottest women in the industry. Married to Bollywood hunk Saif Ali Khan, Kareena has starred in a number of acclaimed films including Talaash, alongside Aamir Khan. Kareena�s break into the music industry came with Salman Khan�s film hit Dabbang 2, for which she performed top Indian hit Fevicol Se.
9. NARGIS FAKHRI
Although this Bollywood heartbreaker was born in New York, she has since become one of the best known actresses in Bollywood. Nargis made her Bollywood debut in 2011 hit film Rockstar and has since starred in critically acclaimed films Madras Caf� and Mein Tera Hero. Aside from her acting career, Nargis has made waves with a number of top item songs and has even starred in top US modelling campaigns. At the height of her US fame, she appeared in America�s Next Top Model and won over the hearts of many a viewer across the country and the world.
8. KATRINA KAIF
One of the most beautiful actresses in the world, Katrina Kaif transformed Bollywood when she made her acting debut in 2003 film Boom. Since then, Katrina has gone on to wow audiences with breath-taking performances in a number of top Bollywood films including 2007�s Partner, 2008�s Singh is King and top grossing film Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara in 2011. Not only that, but this Indian-English beauty also gained critical acclaim when she starred opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
7. KOENA MITRA
This former beauty queen has appeared in a number of top films in her short Bollywood career including Ram Gopal Varma�s Road, 2004 hit Musafir, and Apna Sapna Money Money, which earned her critical acclaim. Not only that, but this glamorous actress has also made herself known as one of Bollywood�s hottest stars thanks to her large portfolio of top commercial modelling campaigns.
6. MALLIKA SHERAWAT
An actress and former model, this Bollywood beauty is well known throughout the industry for her bold onscreen attitude. Frequently touted in the media as a sex symbol, this stunning star has appeared in a number of top Bollywood hits, including highly successful romantic comedy Pyaar Ke Side Effects in 2006. Since launching into the limelight, Mallika has also appeared in Aap Ka Suroor, her largest commercial success to date, and 2011�s highly popular Double Dhamaal.
5. BIPASHA BASU
Born on 7 January 1979, Bipasha debuted at a young age in Ajnabee in 2001, which earned her a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Regularly voted one of the hottest actresses in the world, Bipasha is well known for her fitness and has released a number of fitness DVDs. Not only that, but she has also become renowned for her performances in top Bollywood item songs including Phoonk De in 2007 film No Smoking and Beedi in 2006 hit Omkara.
4. PRIYANKA CHOPRA
Not only is Priyanka Chopra already one of the most successful young actresses of her generation, but she is also the former Miss India and Miss World. The stunning looks of this Bollywood goddess have also been recognised by Maxim, who have previously named her �Hottest Girl of the Year�. Born in Jamshedpur, Priyanka made her acting debut in 2002 in box office hit Andaaz opposite heartthrob Akshay Kumar. She has continued to receive critical acclaim since, starring in such Bollywood hits as 2012 films Barfi and Agneepath.
3. DEEPIKA PADUKONE
This young film sensation has become one of the best-known actresses in Bollywood and one of the most popular celebrities in India. After beginning her career as a fashion model,Deepika was quickly thrust into the acting world, making her film debut in 2006 with Aishwarya. She later made her move into Bollywood in 2007 blockbuster Om Shanti Om, for which she received a coveted Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. This stunning actress is also multi-talented, having previously played badminton at a national level.
2. RIYA SEN
This young actress and model was born on 24 January 1981 into a family of well-known actors. After beginning her career as a child actress in 1991 film Vishkanya, Riya enjoyed her first commercial success in 2001 hit Style. Her modelling career also began at a young age, when she was plucked from relative obscurity after a performance in Falguni Pathak�s music video Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi. Since then, she has appeared in a number of music videos, commercials, fashion shows and even graced magazine covers as one of Bollywood�s best-recognised heart breakers.
1. AISHWARYA RAI
Originally from Mumbai, Aishwarya Rai has long been considered the most beautiful woman in the Bollywood. Married to Indian actor and producer Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya first claimed the attention of men and women across the globe when she won the Miss World beauty pageant in 1994. Since then, she has gone on to carve a highly successful career in Bollywood and has become one of India�s most popular and high profile celebrities. As if that wasn�t enough, this highly admired star has been named in Time Magazine�s 100 Most Influential People.