6 Bollywood Divas Who Are An Inspiration For Every Woman Out There
Bollywood divas are known to be some of the most beautiful women in the world. They have captured the interests and spiked the curiosity of millions worldwide with respect to their real and reel life. But they are also the kind of women who have been the source of life-changing inspiration to many real women out there.
We cannot deny the influence Bollywood has had on the common people since its inception. Though there are some Bollywood actresses who’ve been striving hard to make the best use of their influence and make a few good changes in this chaotic world. These divas are fierce, independent and successful, and their success stories have served to inspire women across the world. Let’s get to know who these inspirational divas are:
1. Priyanka Chopra Jonas
The former Miss World-turned-actress is seen as a global icon because of her exceptional contribution to both Bollywood and Hollywood. She is known to take her work seriously and is committed to it. How do we know? Her earnest performances serve as proofs of it, don’t you think?
As much as she loves to bask in the limelight of her starry world, she also knows when to put her foot down and speak up for causes that are dear to her. She has been a victim herself, from having faced racism for her skin tone to being criticized for marrying a man nearly a decade younger to her. She has faced all this with pride, only to emerge stronger at the end.
She definitely serves as an inspiration for all those women out there who take a stand for themselves and become successful by following their own rules.
2. Deepika Padukone
She has become a force to be reckoned with, don’t you agree? Behind her dimpled smile and feminine grace there lies the strong, fierce spirit of a fighter woman.
She’s given a string of Bollywood hits and even a Hollywood one.
When she reached the peak of her career, instead of choosing to revel in its glory and limelight, Deepika chose to use it as an opportunity to open up about her battle with depression and started doing her bit to spread awareness about the importance of mental health in her home country, India. If this isn’t inspiring to other women, then what is?
3. Kangana Ranaut
How can the ‘Queen’ be missing from this list? She is the flagbearer of one-woman movies in Bollywood. She faced criticism for her not-so-fluent English, which she then went on to master. She also became a victim of several malicious rumors when she openly spoke about the male-dominated world of Bollywood. She is known for being outspoken and is probably the only celeb of the tinsel town who does not mince her words with both the media and her co-stars. She is inspiring women to be themselves, no matter how harsh their nature might seem to the world outside.
4. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
A Padma Shri awardee and a former Miss World, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has an array of international credits to her name and has proved her niche as an actor in several critically acclaimed movies as well. The entire world loves her soft-spoken, elegant persona!
Despite not coming from a filmy background, this diva has carved her space in Hollywood and Bollywood. And her contribution towards the noble causes worldwide isn’t new to us at all. Of late, she’s been setting an example for many mothers on how to go about balancing motherhood and career, and doing an amazing job of it too!
5. Ekta Kapoor
If there is any saying that is apt for this diva, it has to be this – “Love her or hate her, but you can’t ignore her!” Yes, she isn’t an actress, but she’s the one who makes them shine on the silver screen. By choosing not to follow in her father’s footsteps and instead, becoming a producer of movies and daily soaps, Ekta established herself as the queen of the showbiz industry, and it is a fact that hasn’t changed for decades now. Of course, she gets all the brownie points for revolutionizing the Indian television scenario by using her saas-bahu formula. She has been setting an example for many women out there, who dream of becoming an entrepreneur.
6. Sushmita Sen
We live in a society that is bound by a lot of rules that dictate our way of living, such as getting married at the right age, giving the most respect to blood relations, and having children only within the ambit of holy matrimony. Former Miss Universe, Sushmita Sen chose to break all these traditions, by choosing to not marry and adopting a daughter instead. Today, at the age of 41, she is a happy, single mother to two adopted girls. She’s known to break away from the mold of conformists. She is the perfect example of how an independent woman needs to be. All the single mothers surely draw inspiration from her.
7. Mayoori Kango
Do you remember Mayoori Kango, the girl from Ghar Se Nikalte Hi, Kuch Door Chalte Hi? Well, she’s also done many popular movies like Papa Kehte Hain (1996), Badal (2000), Betaabi (1997) and has also acted in many television serials as well. Mayoori is one actress who has inspired women during her acting career as well as after it. After her marriage, she moved to the USA and studied MBA specializing in finance and marketing firms. She took a 360-degree turn from films to corporate life. You will be shocked to know that currently, she’s working as Google India industry head. Mayoori is a living inspiration for all those women who think that their careers end after their marriage.
Now tell us, aren’t these Bollywood divas inspiring? They are showing other women to not bow down to the diktats of the society. They are helping many women to be the best version of themselves and enjoy the world they are living in with their heads held high. Do you want to add any other Bollywood diva’s name to this list? Drop your suggestions in the comments section below.
