10. Mallika Sherawat – Two special appearances (Thank you and Bin Bulaye Baraati) and one role of some substance (Double Dhamaal) is enough for Mallika Sherawat to make her mark as the 10th most searched Bollywood actress. Also check > Mallika Shewarat Pictures
9. Deepika Padukone – More in news for her alleged affair with Siddhartha Mallya, Deepika had two major releases in 2011 – Aarakshan and Desi Boyz – both films didn’t do too well at the box-office. Her ‘Dum Maro Dum’ item number received praise.
8. Anushka Sharma – She made a dream debut in Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi opposite Shahrukh Khan and continued her good run with Badmaash Company and Band Baaja Baraat. Her first failure was Patiala House this year. Ladies Vs Ricky Bahl was profitable, but wasn’t universally accepted. After a mixed year, Anushka Sharma is down at No 8. Also check
7. Kajol – A decade older than most actresses in this list and yet her popularity is intact! And what’s more, she was missing from action in 2011.
6. Vidya Balan – The Dirty Picture is ‘the’ turning point in Vidya Balan’s career. It will also prove to be inspirational for other actress who aspire to be more than just glam-dolls. For the month of December, she’s the second most searched actress. Overall for the entire year, she’s at No 6.
5. Asin – ‘Ready’ is one of the biggest hits of the year and has firmly established the South Indian actress in the Hindi film industry. It’s also increased her popularity all over India. Asin Thottumkal makes it to the Top 5 Most Popular Actresses in Bollywood.
4. Priyanka Chopra – She had one release this year, which not many watched (Saat Khoon Maaf). Her next release is one of the biggest of the year – Don 2. From the time she made her debut in Andaaz, Priyanka has always been one of the most popular female stars in the industry.
3. Kareena Kapoor – The highest paid actress in Bollywood is also one the most popular. She appeared in two films, with two of the biggest stars in the industry. Both Bodyguard with Salman and Ra.One with SRK did well. Her performances in both received appreciation. Kareena Kapoor is the 3rd most Popular Bollywood Actress in the world.
2. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – More in news for her personal life than professional, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan had no film release in 2011. But the actress who recently gave birth to a baby girl, remains the second most searched actress in Bollywood.
1. Katrina Kaif – She may not be the best actress in the list nor is she the highest paid, but the craze for Katrina Kaif is unparalleled in India. Her looks, sex-appeal and the grace with which she carries herself has catapulted Katrina to iconic status. Being an outsider who has made it so big, it’s an even bigger achievement! Katrina Kaif is by far the most searched Bollywood actress.
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