BEAUTIES OF INDIA

	Persis Khambata Miss India 1965 She starred in the highly popular series Star Trek, for which she is remembered even today. Newsweek called her the Sophia Lauren of India. She was the brain behind Pride of India, a comprehensive compilation of all Miss India winners 1947 to 1997. Persis passed away in 1998.
	Zeenat Aman Miss Asia Pacific 1970 Zeenat Aman is an Indian actress who has appeared in Hindi films, notably in the 1970s and 1980s. She was the second runner up in the Miss India Contest and went on to win the Miss Asia Pacific in 1970. Movies: Kalabaaz, Paapi, Balika Badhu, Deewaangee, Chori Mera Kaam, Warrant, Ajanabee, Manoranjan, Ishq Ishq Ishq, Prem Shastra, Roti Kapada Aur Makaan, Dhund, Heera Panna, Yaadon Ki Baaraat, Haré Raama Haré Krishna, Hungama, Hulchul, The Evil Within
	Juhi Chawla Miss India 1984 She is probably among the finest model-turned-actresses that we have today. She got married to millionnaire Jay Mehta in 1996. The enterprising lady has now started a film production company with actor Shah Rukh Khan and director Aziz Mirza, and is the co-owner of Kolkata IPL team. Movies: Sultanat, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Chandni, Love Love Love, Goonj, Kaafila, Swarg, Prathibandh, Tum Mere Ho, Zahreelay, Shandaar, C.I.D., Benaam Badshah, Karz Chukana Hai, Bhabhi, Bol Radha Bol, Radha Ka Sangam
	Sushmita Sen Miss Universe 1994 Miss India Universe 1994 Euphoria gripped India on May 21, 1994, when, for the first time ever, an Indian girl was crowned Miss Universe. That’s Sushmita Sen, Miss Universe 1994 who is now a successful actress and an entrepreneur. Movies: Dastak, Zor, Sirf Tum, Hindustan Ki Kasam, Biwi No.1, Aaghaaz, Fiza, Kyo Kii…, Main Jhuth Nahin Bolta, Nayak: The Real Hero
	Aishwarya Rai Miss World 1994 Miss India World 1994 She made the country proud by winning the Miss World title and became the second Indian to be crowned Miss World in 28 years. Aishwarya entered films and stormed the silver screen. Fondly called Ash in the film circuit, she is married to actor Abhishek Bachchan. Movies: Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya, Aa Ab Laut Chalen, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Taal, Josh, Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai, Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke, Mohabbatein, Albela, Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam
	Diana Hayden Miss World 1997 Miss India World 1997 This little princess from Hyderabad flew out of the country only to return after being crowned the world’s most beautiful woman, at the Miss World pageant. After winning the crown, Diana did some movies and television shows the latest being Bigg Boss. Movies: Othello: A South African Tale , Ab Bas!, Tehzeeb
	Yukta Mookhey Miss World 1999 Miss India World 1999 Her serenity and calm shone throughout the pageant. This 5’11” tall brunette took London’s Olympia theatre by storm and was crowned Miss World. Yukta Mookhey did a few films before settling down with Prince Tuli. She now has a baby boy. Movies: Memsahab – Lost In A Mirage, Katputtli, Love In Japan, Pyaasa
	Gul Panag Miss India Universe 1999 She has tremendous faith in herself. After obtaining a doctorate in developmental economics she entered the media, inspired by her newsreader aunt, Komal G B Singh. She is now an actress in Bollywood. Gul is married to Gurshinder Singh (Rishi) Attari, a commercial pilot. Movies: Dhoop, Jurm, Dor, Manorama Six Feet Under, Summer 2007, Hello, Straight, Fatso!, Rann, Hello Darling, Turning 30
	Lara Dutta Miss Universe 2000 Miss India Universe 2000 The sensual Lara Dutta describes her winning the Miss Universe title as being “a culmination of a dream.” Lara is now a successful actress in Bollywood. The beauty is married to tennis champ Mahesh Bhupathi. Movies: Andaaz, Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost, Khakee, Masti, Bardaasht, Aan: Men at Work, Insan, Elaan, Jurm, Kaal, No Entry, Ek Ajnabee, Dosti: Friends Forever, Zinda, Fanaa, Alag, Bhagam Bhag, Jhoom Barabar Jhoom, Partner, Om Shanti Om
	Priyanka Chopra Miss World 2000 Miss India World 2000 This Bareilly girl beat out 94 other lovely ladies to claim the Miss World 2000 title and $100,000 prize money at the Millennium dome, London. Priyanka Chopra is one of the top league actresses in Bollywood with hits like Don, Fashion, Dostana and Kaminey. The beauty has been honored with a national award too. Movies: The Hero: Love Story of a Spy, Andaaz, Plan, Kismat, Asambhav, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Aitraaz, Blackmail, Karam, Waqt, Yakeen, Barsaat, Bluffmaster!, Krrish, Aap Ki Khatir, Don
	Dia Mirza Miss Asia Pacific 2000 Miss India Asia Pacific 2000 Delicacy, poise, elegance and brains define Dia Mirza. This heavenly beauty from Hyderabad, won the prestigious Miss Asia-Pacific title and is an actress now. Movies: Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein, Deewaanapan, Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge, Tehzeeb, Pran Jaye Par Shaan Na Jaye, Dum, Stop!, Tumsa Nahin Dekha, Kyun…! Ho Gaya Na, Naam Gum Jaayega, My Brother… Nikhil, Blackmail, Parineeta, Dus
	Esha Gupta Miss India International 2007 Esha has a striking resemblance to Hollywood actor Angelina Jolie. She represented India in Miss International 2007. Movies: Shooting for Hum Aap aur Pyaar, a romantic comedy set in South Africa
	Sarah-Jane Dias Miss India World 2007 Sarah was a famous VJ before she won Femina Miss India and was in the top 20 in the Miss World 2007. The beauty now aspires for a career in B-town and is looking forward to her next release Game. Movies: Game(2011), Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai(Telugu).