Ten Bollywood female icons

Bollywood is a male-dominated industry. But there are ladies who have glittered in its history. They have been so powerful in their respective eras that men have watched in disbelief. From Devika Rani to Madhubala to Madhuri Dixit, the list is not as short as we tend to think very often. Not only have these actresses taken the viewer’s breath away, some of them have been important that films have multiplied their revenues because of their sheer presence. Their story isn't one about looks. More than that, it is the kind of talent they have brought to the table which has made them very special. Check the photo gallery for our selection of our icons