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Tamil industry is one of the largest in India and accounts for a substantial percentage of the overall Indian film industry. A major contribution in Kollywood has been by the actresses in the industry. Bold and beautiful, actresses like Nayanthara and Samantha Ruth Prabhu have wowed the audiences across the country with their immense talent and sheer on-screen presence. Many Tamil beauties have also ruled the Hindi cinema from the days of Vyjayantimala to Hema Malini and Sridevi.

Nayanthara is a well-known Tamil actress who has appeared in a number of films, including Ayya, Chandramukhi, Billa, Maya, Thani Oruvan, Raja Rani, and many others. She received her first break in Manassinakkare, a Malayalam film in 2003 and there has been no looking back ever since. She predominantly works in Kannada and Tamil films now.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu is one of the most well-known actresses in Tamil and Telugu cinema. Samantha is the diva of Kollywood and has won numerous prizes and distinctions, including the Filmfare award. She made her acting debut in the 2010 film, Ye Maaya Chesave, for which she earned the Best Debut Actress award. She gained immense popularity nationwide especially after her performance in The Family Man 2, with Manoj Bajpayee.

Keerthy Suresh is a South Indian cinema actress who has primarily appeared in Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam films. Keerthy appeared as a child actress in a number of her father's films, including Pilots, Achaneyanenikkishtam, and Kuberan, as well as some television serials in the early 2000s. Geethaanjali, a Malayalam film released in 2013, was her debut film.

Trisha Krishnan is a model and actress from South India. She received her first main role in the 2002 Tamil film, Mounam Pesiyadhe, following a supporting role in the 1999 Tamil film Jodi. She went on to act in the blockbuster Tamil films Saamy and Ghilli, as well as the Telugu film Varsham. She made her Bollywood debut with Khatta Meetha, opposite Akshay Kumar, in 2010.

Jyotika Saravanan is an Indian actress who is best known for her roles in Tamil cinema. She has also appeared in films in Kannada, Malayalam, Telugu, and Hindi. Jyotika's accomplishments in Kushi, Snegithiye, Kaaka Kaaka, Perazhagan, and Chandramukhi made her even more famous. She was the very first actress to receive the Filmfare Award for Best Actress in a Tamil Film and the Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actress in a Tamil Film.

Priyanka Arul Mohan is a well-known actress of South India. Some of her most recent films include Don, Don, ET: Evariki Thalavanchadu, Doctor, and Varun Doctor.

Tamannaah Bhatia is a well-known Tamil actress who has also appeared in a number of successful Hindi films in recent years. This lovely Punjabi queen was born and raised in Mumbai, where she began her acting career in the Hindi film "Chand Sa Roshan Chehra" before migrating to better opportunities in the south. Happy Days, Racha, Badrinath, and 100% Love, are some of her well-known films.

She is an Indian cinema actress who has appeared in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and a few Hindi films. Her recent performance in Pushpa: The Rule with Allu Arjun earned her the label of 'Pan-India Actress’. She has a huge following all across the nation and has been termed India's national crush. Rashmika's journey began when she won the Clean and Clear 'Fresh Face' award in 2014, following which she bagged several movies. She is one of India's most well-known stars of today, garnering critical and commercial success.

Princess Devasena from the Baahubali series is adored by all. Since her debut in the Tamil cinema, Anushka has become a hit. Her film Vikramarkudu was a huge hit, and she received numerous awards and critical praise for her subsequent efforts. She is not someone who is afraid to take on any role. She is also known for her helpful and calm demeanour and many actors have named her as their favourite co-star.

Hansika Motwani is an Indian actress, best known for her roles in Tamil and Telugu cinema. In Telugu cinema, she made her debut with Desamuduru. Hansika started her career as a child actor in Hindi films before moving on to lead roles in Telugu films like Kantri.

With diverse characters and their brave portrayals, these actresses have won the
hearts of many across the country

In pics: From Samantha to Tamannaah, the 10 most popular Tamil actresses of 2022