These Bollywood belles have won over our social media hearts in India and across the world.
Money and knowledge are the ultimate measures of one’s power and status in society.
With a vast amount of money, you can literally command anyone to do anything for you in the way you desire.
Knowledge is equally powerful. It allows you to take control of situations and lead the way for change.
However, the world we live in today considers a social media following to be as valuable as your expert knowledge and incredible wealth.
Gone are the days when social media is only popular among young people. Today, anyone from politics and entertainment to your local café deploys social media to promote their brands and take a piece of the ‘power’ pie.
DESIblitz celebrates the ‘hottest’ celebrity women on social media in India!
1. Deepika Padukone ~ 37 million
The Queen of Bollywood has topped another list! The gorgeous actress garners 26 million fans on Facebook.
Believe it or not, Deepika actually has a bigger fanbase than reality TV star Kim Kardashian and R&B sensation Ariana Grande.
Deepika uses her influence to highlight social issues, such as mental health, and is a strong supporter of women’s health and fitness.
2. Shreya Ghoshal ~ 27 million
Shreya has achieved commercial and critical success as one of the top playback singers in India. She enjoys sharing sweet moments of her family life with her 24 million fans on Facebook.
The well-respected singer has also appeared in a number of televisions shows, mainly as a judge for music competitions.
A fun fact is that she has received a rare honour from the US state of Ohio, whose governor declared every June 26 to be ‘Shreya Ghoshal Day’!
3. Priyanka Chopra ~ 24 million
Next on the list is the gorgeous Priyanka Chopra, one of the highest-paid actresses in Bollywood.
After being crowned Miss World in 2000, she has proven to be more than just a beautiful face by taking on a wide range of characters in films like, Kaminey (2009), 7 Khoon Maaf (2011) and Barfi! (2012).
The UNICEF goodwill ambassador often speaks publicly about girls’ right to education, most recently at a conference in Boston where former President Bill Clinton was among the guests.
4. Madhuri Dixit-Nene ~ 21 million
It is not an overstatement to call the legendary Madhuri Dixit-Nene a multi-talented artist.
Winner of multiple Filmfare Awards took the industry by storm with hits like Dil (1990) and Hum Aapke Hain Koun…! (1994). The latter even helped secure her third Filmfare Best Actress Award.
She has also launched an online dance academy to promote different styles of dance, from Hip Hop to Salsa to Bollywood.
5. Sonakshi Sinha ~ 21 million
Coming from a family of actors, Sonakshi Sinha took a different route and joined the entertainment industry as a costume designer. She has now achieved moderate success in her acting roles.
It is not hard to see how the fashionista has taken the fifth spot. She generously shares her fashion styles and magazine shoots with over 17 million followers on Facebook.
A beautiful face and dazzling clothes, what’s not to like?
These Bollywood belles have won over our social media hearts in India and across the world.
But how do they compare with the our favourite female celebs from the West? Let’s take a look:
1. Katy Perry ~ 158 million
With rainbow colours in her hair and powerful anthems like ‘Roar’ and ‘Firework’, Katy Perry has captured the fascination of a staggering 158 million followers across Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
The chart-topping Californian singer, who was briefly married to British comedian Russell Brand, is born to entertain.
Her performance at the Super Bowl Half Time Show 2015 was the most-watched ever in Super Bowl history!
2. Rihanna ~ 145 million
Sexy, fashionable and scandalous, the R&B singer from Barbados embodies all the elements of the fame formula.
Rihanna is known for her commercially and critically successful collaboration with rapper Eminem in ‘Love The Way You Lie’ and ‘The Monster’.
But most of the media frenzy revolves around her abusive relationship with fellow singer Chris Brown. Their on-and-off romance made headlines for years until they allegedly last broke up in 2013.
3. Shakira ~ 142 million
Women want to shake their hips like her. Men want to be seduced by her. Young dancers and performers aspire to be her. She is Shakira.
Fluent in Spanish, Portuguese, English and other European languages, the Columbian sweetheart has amassed an unparalleled 107 million followers on Facebook alone!
The mother of two is also the first person to cross the 100 million mark on Facebook.
4. Taylor Swift ~ 138 million
There are many questions about Taylor Swift. Is she single or dating the newest boyband heartthrob? Is her music country or pop? Who is her latest BFF?
But there is no doubt about her prowess on social media. The 25-year-old pop star boasts 74 million Facebook fans, 54 million Twitter followers and 12 million subscribers on YouTube.
She actually engages with her fans or ‘Swifties’ on social media and even gave her two cents on #TheDress debate!
5. Lady Gaga ~ 116 million
Whether you like her or not, there is no one else like Lady Gaga. Her debut album The Fame won two Grammys and was named ‘one of the 100 greatest debut albums of all time’ by music magazine Rolling Stone.
At times, her eccentric fashion style speaks louder than her music. From the meat dress to firework bras, the newly-engaged pop singer has taken the red carpet to the next level.
So, she decided to remind everyone that she can really sing at the Oscars 2015.
These amazing women truly excel in what they are passionate about. They have achieved extraordinary success in their respective industries through hard work and dedication.
Social media has an exciting road ahead. We cannot wait to see what these leading ladies will bring to the table next!