Aishwarya Rai

 Aishwarya Rai

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, born on November 1, 1973, is an Indian actress and former Miss World. She is one of the most prominent and influential figures in the Indian film industry.

Rai began her career as a model and gained fame after winning the Miss World pageant in 1994. Following her pageant success, she made her acting debut in the Tamil film "Iruvar" in 1997. Her breakthrough in Bollywood came with the film "Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam" (1999), for which she received critical acclaim and several awards.

Throughout her career, Rai has acted in numerous Bollywood films, including "Devdas" (2002), "Dhoom 2" (2006), "Jodhaa Akbar" (2008), and "Guzaarish" (2010), among others. She is known for her beauty, grace, and versatile performances. Rai has also made appearances in international films such as "Bride and Prejudice" (2004) and "The Pink Panther 2" (2009).

Apart from acting, Rai has been involved in various humanitarian and philanthropic endeavors. She has supported causes related to children's health, eye donation, and AIDS awareness, among others. In 2009, she was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, for her contributions to the arts.

Rai is considered a global icon and has represented several major brands as a spokesperson. She has been featured on the cover of numerous international magazines and has been a regular attendee at prestigious events like the Cannes Film Festival.

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