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Mrunal Thakur to Pooja Hegde: Actresses Who're Winning in Both South and Bollywood

By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: June 17, 2025 18:56 IST

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Mrunal Thakur has established herself as a prominent actress in Indian cinema by exploring the Bollywood and South film space. With films like Hi Nanna, Sita Ramam, Jersey, Super 30, The Family Star, and more, Mrunal has displayed versatility with her acting prowess and has also cemented herself as a pan-Indian star.
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Known for predominantly working in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films, Nayanthara expanded her appeal by working alongside Shah Rukh Khan in the Bollywood film, Jawan. Celebrated as the Lady Superstar, Nayanthara is recognised for her stunning screen presence and her ability to dive deep into the complexities of roles.
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Samantha Ruth Prabhu is celebrated for her work in Telugu and Tamil films and has also displayed her acting skills in Bollywood. She has worked in acclaimed films like Rangasthalam, Kushi, Theri, and even The Family Man series, wherein she not only earned praise and appreciation, but also established herself as a nuanced actress.
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The versatile Alia Bhatt has carved a niche in Bollywood with films like Gangubai Kathiawadi, Jigra, Darlings, Gully Boy, Raazi, and RRR among others. In each film, whether Bollywood or South, Alia has not limited herself to language; instead, she has always hit the ball out of the park whenever she has appeared on screen.
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Pooja Hegde, one of the most celebrated actresses of Indian cinema, has showcased an impeccable acting range in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu films. She has demonstrated unmatched acting skills in blockbuster films like Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo, Beast, DJ, Retro, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, and more, and with an upcoming Bollywood film in her kitty, it seems like there's no stopping for this pan-Indian actress.
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