It is not often that you can meet girls from this country on the covers of fashionable gloss. Unfortunately, Indian models are not as relevant in the fashion world as we would like. Perhaps the reason is in the color of the skin, or maybe in another, we do not know. But there are some stunningly beautiful Indian girls who have become world famous models and actresses.
Frida Pinto
Daughter of Portuguese immigrants, model, face of L'Oreal and actress - all this is the magnificent Freida Pinto. Although most remember her as Latika from the Oscar-winning film "Slumdog Millionaire". By the way, to get this stellar role, Frida had to go to auditions for six months. But as it turned out, it was worth it. It should be noted that the girl does not act in Bollywood, only in foreign films.
In addition to her acting career, the Indian model is actively involved in filming and shows for Chanel, Cosmopolitan, Estee Lauder and many other world brands. She takes part inseveral charity campaigns and fights for women's rights. Her companion in her personal life was none other than co-star Dev Patel.
Lakshmi Menon
The world's supermodel did not become an actress, as is often the case with Indian models. But the girl is already quite famous in the fashion world. She has worked with major brands such as Hermes, H&M, Givenchy, Max Mara and others.
Lakshmi started her modeling career quite late, when she was already 25 years old. Until that time, the swarthy beauty had already had a lot of experience in freelancing, having written many articles and maintaining her personal website about India. She even has one very popular children's book in India. And the Indian version of Vogue helped her get into the fashion industry, for which she starred in a watch commercial.
Despite her fame, Lakshmi does not like big cities and prefers to live in her homeland, paying tribute to folk traditions and culture. For example, she is very fond of simple ethnic-style cotton clothes and leather sandals, which are worn in her homeland. She also enjoys reiki and yoga, which helps her stay in shape.
Deepika Padukone
The famous Indian model, whose photo adorns every newspaper and film magazine. She has more than 13 roles behind her, each of which opens the girl from a new side. The first Bollywood film "Om Shanti Om" immediately lifted the girl to Olympus, especially since Shah Rukh himself became a partner in the filmKhan. Before her acting career, Deepika shone on the catwalks and glossy covers, becoming the international spokeswoman for the Maybelline campaign.
After the Hollywood premiere of "Three X's: World Domination" the tabloids attributed to her an affair with Vin Diesel, but it all turned out to be a "duck". In fact, the girl has a romantic relationship with Ranveer Singh, although there is no talk of preparing for the wedding yet.
Aishwarya Rai
The Indian model and actress is known around the world not only for her extraordinary beauty, but also for her unconditional talent in the acting field. Miss World 1994 winner Aishwarya Rai has been active in films since 1997.
On account of the beauty of more than 30 paintings and many commercials. She was accepted by Hollywood and Cannes, appointing Paradise one of the jury of the Cannes Film Festival. On the red carpet, Aishwarya is gorgeous in both national dresses and clothes from Western couturiers.
Today she is the mother of Aaradhya's daughter and the wife of Abhishek Bachchan, son of Amitabh Bachchan - the king of Indian Bollywood.
Bhumika Arora
Another Indian model who conquered the world catwalks. Everything that the girl has today is clearly only her own merit. She tirelessly sent her photos to all the modeling agencies in Europe and America, until finally, in 2013, she was invited to work in New York in one of the most fashionable agencies.
Further, the girl's career only went uphill. She was able to collaborate with"Hermes", "Armani", "Kenzo" and others. Couturiers love the girl for her strong and at the same time feminine energy, which gives their show a unique charm.
Diana Pentai
Indian model became famous after the release of the painting "Cocktail". But at home, she was already known as a model who advertised Garnier cosmetics and became the face of Maybelline, replacing Deepika Padukone.
She showed on the catwalk clothes from Trussardi, Ferret and Rohita Bal. Diana also sparkled on the cover of Elle.
Other Indian female models include Sonam Kapoor, Pooja Mor, Jotsna Chakravarty, Sobita Dhulipala, Shriya Saran and Priyanka Chopra.