From Deepika Padukone, Alia Bhatt to Yami Gautam: 5 Finest Stars Redefining Bollywood Stardom
From Yami Gautam in A Thursday and Article 370 to Alia Bhatt in Jigra and Gangubai Kathiawadi, here are 5 powerhouse actresses redefining stardom.

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Bollywood is now home to a new era of powerhouse actresses who are redefining stardom. With record-breaking hits and screen-commanding performances, these leading ladies have proven they can drive films entirely on their shoulders. Whether it's drama, action, romance, or thrillers, they excel across genres, bringing depth, charisma, and strength to every role. Their presence dominates the box office and screens, proving they are not just stars—they are forces of cinema. From Yami Gautam in A Thursday and Article 370 to Alia Bhatt in Jigra and Gangubai Kathiawadi, here are 5 powerhouse actresses redefining stardom.
Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone has solidified her status as India’s biggest powerhouse actor, delivering three consecutive ₹1000 crore blockbusters—Kalki 2898 AD, Jawan, and Pathaan. With her commanding screen presence and unmatched talent, she has earned a staggering ₹10,000 crore cumulative at the box office, proving her dominance and star power in Indian cinema.
Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt has consistently delivered powerhouse performances, leading major films with unmatched charisma. From her career-best act in Gangubai Kathiawadi to making waves internationally with Heart of Stone and shining in the Bollywood hit Jigra, she’s proven her versatility, star power, and ability to carry films on her shoulders.
Yami Gautam
Yami Gautam has proven time and again that she’s one of Bollywood’s finest and powerhouse actresses. Whether it’s the intense Article 370, the gripping A Thursday, or the electrifying Dhoom Dhaam, she’s carried each film on her shoulders effortlessly, delivering powerful, nuanced performances that make her a true powerhouse of Indian cinema.
Shraddha Kapoor
Shraddha Kapoor has redefined herself as a powerhouse performer, effortlessly carrying films like the Stree franchise and Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar on her shoulders. With unmatched charm, versatility, and screen presence, she drives narratives, proving she's not just a star—but the soul.
Kriti Sanon
Kriti Sanon has emerged as a leading force in Bollywood, an outsider who is ruling in bollywood, consistently delivering hits and unforgettable performances. In Crew, Do Patti, and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, she not only became the face of each film but carried them with her power-packed acting and powerful screen presence.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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