Bollywood movies are filled with unique and beautiful actresses from different states. Earlier, during the 80s and 90s, short-height actresses were preferred due to their perceived luck in film. But nowadays, it has changed, and people want to see more tall and charming Actresses. Here is a list of some of the tallest actresses in Bollywood in 2024.
1. Diana Penty
Diana is an Indian model and actress with a height of 5 feet and 10 inches. Her remarkable acting in Cocktail got her first Filmfare Award nomination for Best Female Debut. Penty has also volunteered in numerous NGOs, showing her generosity towards humanity.
2. Kriti Sanon
Kriti is a famous and renowned Indian actress known for her exceptional acting talent. After completing her B.tech, she joined the film industry. Her debut in ‘Heropanti’ after the Telugu film Nenokkadinemarked her entry into Bollywood. Kriti is about 5 feet 10 inches in height. She has also won Filmfare Awards and National Film Award for Best Actress for her incredible performance in Mimi film.
3. Nargis Fakhri
Nargis is an actress of American origin who claimed her first role in the blockbuster film Rockstar in 2011. She even got nominated for Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. Her captivating talent has left her audience amazed. Nargis has an exceptional height of 5 feet 9 inches, more than the average height of girls.
4. Anushka Sharma
Anushka stands 5 feet 9 inches tall. She started her acting journey with the film Rab Ne Banadi Jodi with actor Shahrukh Khan. Anushka later received many successive film offers, such as Band Baja Baarat and Jab Tak Hai Jaan, and won a film fare award for Best Supporting Actress.
5. Jacqueline Fernandez
Jacqueline Genevieve Fernandez is a Sri Lankan model and a top actress in the Hindi Film Industry. She is around 5 feet 9 inches tall and has featured in films like Race 2, Housefull 2, Race, Judwaa 2, and Kick. Apart from her acting career, she was a judge for the dance reality show Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa in 2016.
6. Urvashi Rautela
Urvashi Rautela is another beauty pageant, model, and an Indianactress with a height of 5 feet 9 inches. She started her debut with the movie Singh Saab the Great in 2013. Urvashi gained popularity when she was representing India at the Miss Universe 2015. She has also appeared in remarkable films like Great Grand Masti, Pagalpanti, Sanam Re, and Hate Story 4.
7. Deepika Padukone
Deepika Padukone’s height is approx 5 feet 8.5 inches. She is the daughter of the legendary badminton player Prakash Padukone, Deepika Padukone has recently been the highest-paid actress. She is an Indian Ambassador for mental health. Before starting her career in Bollywood, she was a national badminton player. Deepika bagged her first film with OM SHANTI OM, which was a super hit.
8. Katrina Kaif
Katrina is another of the tallest personalities in the Bollywood Industry. She is a British-origin actress who started her Bollywood debut with the film Boom. She is an icon of beauty with an overall height of 5 feet and 8.5 inches. Her commercial success in various Bollywood movies such as Namaste London and Maine Pyar Kyun Kiya? Glorified her career to peak.
9. Sonam Kapoor Ahuja
Sonam, the daughter of veteran actor Anil Kapoor, initially worked as the assistant director for the Black movie. After her first movie, Sawariya, a total disaster at the box office, she got a role in Ranjana, which was a turning point in her career. She has an adorable smile, a height of around 5 feet 8 inches, and an absolutely stunning personality. Sonam won her first award for the film Neerja for her outstanding performance.
10. Lisa Haydon
Lisa is an Indian Actress, model, and TV host. Her movie Aisha landed her recognition as a Best Supporting Actress nomination at the Filmfare. Haydon was born in Madras, India. She is 5 feet 7 inches tall. Later, she starred in several other films, such as Housefull 3 and Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.
Conclusion
The perception of ideal beauty in Bollywood has shifted over time. With the industry, once favoring short actresses today, the audience now admires even tall actresses.
