In an impressive recognition of their talent and popularity, Samantha Ruth Prabhu and Nayanthara have secured top spots among Bollywood celebrities on IMDb’s list of the Top 100 Most Viewed Indian Stars of the last decade. IMDb, the world’s most popular and authoritative source for movie, TV, and celebrity content, released the list on Wednesday, highlighting the most viewed Indian stars from January 2014 to April 2024.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, known for her versatile acting and captivating screen presence, has been ranked #13 on the list. This makes her the only South Indian actor in the top 15, a significant achievement considering the list predominantly features Bollywood stars. Reacting to this honor, Samantha expressed her gratitude. She said,
“This is the sum total of the efforts of all the directors, writers, and producers who have contributed to this and the incredible love and faith that the audience has shown me. Truly humbled and overwhelmed. Thank you IMDb for this honor.”
Nayanthara, another powerhouse performer from the South Indian film industry, has also made her mark by being ranked #18. Her consistent performances and dedication to her craft have earned her a spot among the top stars in Indian cinema.
The IMDb rankings are based on the page views of IMDb’s worldwide visitors, reflecting the global popularity and appeal of these stars. Other South Indian actors featured on the list include Tamannaah Bhatia, Prabhas, Dhanush, Ram Charan, Rajinikanth, Vijay Sethupathi, Allu Arjun, Mohanlal, R Madhavan, Shriya Saran, Kamal Haasan, Shruti Haasan, Dulquer Salmaan, Suriya, Mammootty, Pooja Hegde, Jr NTR, Mahesh Babu, Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Trisha Krishnan, Anushka Shetty, Yash, Vikram, Ajith Kumar, and Prithviraj Sukumaran.
The top spots on the list are dominated by Bollywood celebrities, with Deepika Padukone, Shah Rukh Khan, Aishwarya Rai, Alia Bhatt, and Irrfan Khan leading the way. The rankings underscore the widespread recognition and admiration these stars receive from audiences worldwide.
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who was last seen in the 2023 film “Kushi” alongside Vijay Deverakonda, took a break from work due to her myositis diagnosis. She has recently ventured into new projects, including launching a health-focused podcast and starting her own production house, Tralala Moving Pictures. She will soon be seen in Raj & DK’s web series “Citadel: Honey Bunny” with Varun Dhawan.
Meanwhile Nayanthara was last seen in “Annapoorani: The Goddess Of Food” in 2023, alongside with Jai and Sathyaraj. The actress is now an entrepreneur, she owns a skincare line with her husband Vignesh Shivan.
As Samantha and Nayanthara continue to captivate audiences with their stellar performances, their inclusion in IMDb’s Top 20 Most Viewed Indian Stars promises an exciting future for their fans. With several promising projects in the pipeline, these leading ladies of Indian cinema are set to deliver more memorable performances, further solidifying their status as top stars in the industry.
Sources: Hindustan Times
