Women's Day: From Priyanka To Aishwarya, Bollywood Actresses Who Made It Big In Hollywood

Bollywood to Hollywood

As the world celebrates Womens Day, lets know about the actresses who are diversifying their career from Bollywood to Hollywood.

Strong impact

From Alia Bhatt’s turn in Heart of Stone with Gal Gadot, to Deepika Padukone playing Vin Diesels love interest, these actresses showcased their talent and made a strong impact.

Priyanka Chopra

Referred to as desi girl, Priyanka Chopra Jonas has successfully bridged a career between Bollywood and Hollywood. She has established herself in Hollywood as a leading international figure through her breakout roles in Quantico, Baywatch, The Matrix Resurrections, and the recent release The Bluff alongside Karl Urban. The actress has also broadened her career as a producer, producing projects like Citadel and more.

Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt started her international journey with an antagonist role in the action thriller Heart of Stone alongside Gal Gadot. Recently, the actress has expanded her global footprint by presenting at the 2026 BAFTA Awards, showcasing her growing influence in international entertainment.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is one of the most renowned Indian actresses, who moved seamlessly between Bollywood and Hollywood, and appeared in several English-language films, like, Bride & Prejudice, Mistress of Spices, Provoked, and The Pink Panther 2.

Deepika Padukone

Deepika Padukone made her international debut in xXx: Return of Xander Cage, opposite Vin Diesel. She is the first Indian actress selected to be honoured with a star on the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles, US.

Tabu

Tabu is a versatile Bollywood actress who has also demonstrated her talent in international cinema with Mira Nairs The Namesake. In 2012. She appeared in Ang Lees Oscar-winning film, Life of Pi, and Dune: Prophecy.