IMDb Announces Top 100 Most Viewed Indian Stars of the Last Decade

Deepika Padukone is the most viewed Indian star over the past 10 years, based on the page views of the hundreds of millions of IMDb customers worldwide 

MUMBAI, India—May 29, 2024—IMDb (www.imdb.com), the world’s most popular and authoritative source for information on movies, TV, and celebrities, today announced the list of the Top 100 Most Viewed Indian Stars of the Last Decade, as determined by the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide.

Deepika Padukone, who made her debut in the Hindi film industry opposite Shah Rukh Khan in Om Shanti Om in 2007, is the most viewed Indian star of the last 10 years on IMDb. In her almost two-decade-long career in the film industry, she has headlined several blockbusters, including Cocktail, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, and Padmaavat. She made her Hollywood debut in 2017 with xXx: Return of Xander Cage, starring alongside Vin Diesel.

“I’m deeply grateful to be included in a list that captures the sentiment of a global audience,” said Padukone. “IMDb stands as a beacon of credibility, reflecting the true pulse of people's passion, interests, and preferences. This recognition is truly humbling and inspires me to continue connecting with and reciprocating the love I receive from audiences, both on and off screen, with authenticity and purpose.” She will next be seen in Kalki 2898 AD (releasing June 27, 2024), and Singham Again will release in theaters later this year.

“For years, entertainment fans have relied on IMDb to stay updated on their favorite stars. This definitive list, powered by our authoritative data, offers insight into the evolution of India's entertainment landscape over the past decade,” said Yaminie Patodia, head of IMDb India. “As we celebrate the immense fandom of Indian actors across the globe, IMDb will continue to help fans connect more deeply with emerging and established talent.”

Most Viewed Indian Stars of the Last Decade on IMDb*

1. Deepika Padukone
2. Shah Rukh Khan
3. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
4. Alia Bhatt
5. Irrfan Khan
6. Aamir Khan
7. Sushant Singh Rajput
8. Salman Khan
9. Hrithik Roshan
10. Akshay Kumar
11. Katrina Kaif
12. Amitabh Bachchan
13. Samantha Ruth Prabhu
14. Kareena Kapoor
15. Triptii Dimri
16. Tamannaah Bhatia
17. Ranbir Kapoor
18. Nayanthara
19. Ranveer Singh
20. Ajay Devgn

*The Top 100 Most Viewed Indian Stars of the Last Decade on IMDb list is based on the IMDb weekly rankings from January 2014 through April 2024. These rankings are determined by the actual page views of the more than 250 million monthly visitors to IMDb worldwide. The full list of 100 names is available on IMDb and can be seen here.

It is noteworthy that the list of 100 stars includes actors from the Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries. Kamal Haasan, at No. 54, has the longest film career in the list with his debut as a child actor in 1960. At No. 15, Triptii Dimri, who made her debut in 2017, is the newest star on the list. Irrfan Khan (No. 5) and Sushant Singh Rajput (No. 7), both beloved actors, passed away in 2020 and have left behind a legacy of celebrated performances.  

To learn more about the Top 100 Most Viewed Indian Stars of the Last Decade on IMDb, watch this video and view the full list here.