Bollywood has always been a space where a marriage of glamour with grit, and where style occasionally tips in favour of a signature. Among the many attributes that fans fawn over with regard to their favourite stars, slim waistlines of some Bollywood actresses top the salancy. Whether it is on a red carpet, gracing a stage dancing in an item number, to a casual mirror selfie on their Instagram feed, the attractive stars turn heads with their perfectly articulated bodies—particularly their teeny tiny waists. An attractive waist is no longer only a matter of visuals, it is also a mark of commitment, physical fitness, and a disciplined lifestyle. Many of our more popular actresses of the day train with personal trainers, follow strict dietary regimes, and do yoga or Pilates in order to maintain their statuesque figures. However, for these women, it is not simply about vanity, it is important to stay fit given the demanding physical and visual benchmark of the industry. From vintage glamour queens, to Gen-Z it-girls, Bollywood has its fair share of iconic women with some iconic midsections. Can you think of Madhuri Dixit’s elegant turns, Katrina Kaif’s pointed dance moves, or Disha Patani’s chiselled frame – every one of them represents a different type of beauty, yet they all have something in common - that exceptionally slim waist, that everyone seems to be so obsessed with. In this list, we are paying tribute to 10 Bollywood actresses who are celebrated, not just for their talent and command of a camera, but for their ultra trim midline! These stars are fashion icons, and fitness goals for millions of women around the world, demonstrating that all the work you put in behind closed doors can show effortlessly on screen when an occasion calls for it. So, whether you're looking for inspiration, admiration, or just some Bollywood glam, let's jump straight into some of the most talented actresses with the tiniest waist in the industry.
10. Jacqueline Fernandez:
Jacqueline Fernandez (born August 11, 1985 in Manama, Bahrain) is a Sri Lankan actress and former Miss Universe Sri Lanka (2006). After earning a Mass Communication degree from the University of Sydney and appearing on Sri Lankan TV, he transitioned to Bollywood cinema in 2009 with Aladin, and received the IIFA Star Debut award. She gained popularity with films such as Murder 2, Housefull series, Race 2, and Kick, and made her international debut in Definition of Fear (2015) ([filmibeat.com][2]). In addition to being a naturalist (she's vegan), fluent in various languages, and owning multiple restaurants, she's been recognized for humanitarian work (PETA's Woman of the Year 2014). She will appear in the JioHotstar film musical theatre piece Hai Junoon in 2025!
9. Rashmika Mandanna:
Rashmika Mandanna (born April 5, 1996, Virajpet, Karnataka) is an Indian actress and one of the biggest stars in India, who works in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi cinema. She made her acting debut in 2016 with the film Kirik Party and received widespread recognition for her performance in Geetha Govindam (2018). After starring in a number of blockbusters including Pushpa: The Rise (2021), Animal (2023), and Pushpa 2: The Rule (2024), Mandanna established a pan‑India presence, and became one of the biggest stars in India. Rashmika Mandanna has received several awards for her performance including Filmfare South awards and SIIMA (South Indian International Movie Awards) awards, and was also Included in Forbes India’s list of “30 Under 30” in 2024. Mandanna has many films due for release soon including Chhaava, Sikandar opposite Salman Khan, Kubera, The girlfriend, and horror-comedy Thama. Mandanna is recognized for her many diverse roles and languages in cinema, and believes that she inspires people throughout India.
8. Malaika Arora:
While the Bollywood diva's beauty has remained utterly timeless throughout her career, it is her unabashed self-assurance, enviable level of fitness, and nefarious sartorial sense of style that have positioned her at the top, refusing to concede to what society considers permissible at her age. Be it rem-star elections women only about tourism victims of an unjust performance review - Malaika Arora has always made her own decisions about who she wants to be - confidence, fitness, and fashion experience included. From her impressionable debut leading the pack in the raptured song Chaiyya Chaiyya, she has become a fashion and fitness icon and continues to defy stereotypes associated with aging. A journey of self-love, self-care, and self-expression, Malaika produces Instagram content that supports how any woman can be ageless if she truly wants to.
7. Janhvi Kapoor:
In 2025 Janhvi Kapoor's style is an exciting combination of contemporary glamour and traditional elegance, establishing her as a key trendsetter in Bollywood. Her recent features on international platforms like the Cannes Film Festival showed her multiplicity in style and ability to dress. At Cannes, Kapoor had her debut in a contemporary sari designed by Tarun Tahiliani made from handwoven Banarasi tissue. She also wowed fans in a gold-embroidered gown from Anamika Khanna paired with ancestral Indian jewellery and topped off with a vintage Yves Saint Laurent jacket from 1989, giving the impression of a perfect amalgamation between both regions' fashion sensibilities. Kapoor's runway appearance at Lakmé Fashion Week 2025 was just as engaging.
6. Esha Gupta:
Esha Gupta's style is a captivating combination of the feminine and the fierce that appropriately intertwines all that is modern, and glamorous. She embraces form-fitting silhouettes in eye-catching hues, while carrying off both traditional Indian wear and modern western clothing with ease. Her red carpet looks are always immaculate but daring, with excellent examples of sequins, metallics, and intricate embellishments that deliver her confident vibe. When she's off-duty, Esha Gupta maintains her chic style, which looks like tailored pants, crop tops, and statement accessories, all of which parallel her youthful energy. Her makeup is commonly aligned with her outfit and generally delivers beautiful glowing skin and defined eyes that elevate her beauty. Each and every time Esha Gupta steps out in the public eye, she, like all great fashion, is fearless and avant-garde in tone but is still dignified and composed, establishing her as an undeniable style icon in Bollywood.
5. Ananya Pandey:
Ananya Panday’s fashion sense is the definition of Gen Z meeting polished elegance, and she’s making a statement on runways, red carpets, and the street, alike. She made headlines recently as Chanel's first Indian global ambassador, and all eyes were on her in Lake Como at the Cruise 2025/26 show, wearing a black three-tiered midi dress with silver sequins and plunging neckline—couture minimalism at its best. She served as Anamika Khanna's showstopper at Lakmé Fashion Week 2025, in a brave "Silver Collar" collection, blending traditional craft and construction with a modern edge. On screen, in Call Me Bae, she wore everything from sexy pink lehengas to a chic corset draped dress title, along with some statement earrings, demonstrating versatility across ethnic and western wardrobes. Her promotional social media and red carpet style after Kesari 2 involved a hand‑painted white-and‑pink Yukta Anarkali, which has vintage charm and class. Ananya, with tailored silhouettes, whimsical patterns, lively colors, and fearless jewelry, defines a new fashion narrative that's Gen Z ready.
4. Tripti Dimri:
Triptii has several exciting projects lined up. She is set to star opposite Siddhant Chaturvedi in the much-awaited sequel Dhadak 2. The movie, which is directed by Shazia Iqbal, is being produced by Zee Studios, along with Dharma Productions and Cloud 9 Pictures. Dhadak 2 follows the 2018 hit Dhadak, where Janhvi Kapoor and Ishaan Khatter debuted. Apart from that, Triptii is already set to share screen space with director Imtiaz Ali in an untitled project, which will also see the Bollywood debut of renowned Mollywood actor Fahadh Faasil. There are also rumors of Triptii joining hands with her Bhool Bhulaiya 3 co-star Madhuri Dixit for the next comedy-drama Ma Behan. In yet another exciting news, Triptii will be sharing screen space with Shahid Kapoor for the first time in Vishal Bhardwaj's Arjun Ustara.
3. Disha Patani:
Disha Patani's style is truly a unique amalgamation of glam, boldness, and natural flair. Whether she is turning heads down the red carpet or out casually, there is no doubt that she has a style that draws attention. She is known for sexy choices; she gravitates towards bodycon dresses, unique thigh-high slits, backless and plunging necklines. When dressing up Disha elicits the combination of elegance and sex appeal flawlessly. On the red carpet, she understood how to wear it all and not in a Gaga or Beyoncé way, she wore a cute pastel colored gown that was youthful, very mature, while sophisticated, and then she donned an embellished sequin renditions that also felt youthful and fresh. When she is off-duty, Disha's style flip-flops between athleisure and streetwear.
2. Alia Bhatt:
Alia Bhatt is one of the top Indian actresses, born on 15th March 1993 in Mumbai, India. She belongs to the Bhatt family, with her father Mahesh Bhatt being one of the popular filmmakers and her mother, Soni Razdan, being an actress. Alia, who made her debut in 2012 with Karan's 'Student of the Year', got overnight success on the strength of performances in movies like 'Highway', 'Udta Punjab', and 'Raazi'. Alia Bhatt is known to break stereotypes with an ability to slip into any character and has multiple Filmfare Awards to show for it. Besides being an actor, she is a singer and entrepreneur who is known for her charity works, and for founding the sustainable clothing brand Ed-a-Mamma.
1. Mouni Roy:
Mouni Roy's fashion evolution is a journey in which she continues to embody herself with confidence. She consistently showcases the balance between traditional Indian wear and modern global influences and experiments with the two in a way that is effortlessly her own. Whether it be a traditional classical red Sabyasachi lehenga with "Ayushmati Bhava" embroidered right on the pallu, or an old-school glamorous bodycon black dress, Mouni Roy walks the fine line between apprehensive, fashionable and stylish, always showing versatility. We are used to seeing her work on simple, monochrome pieces, like the one she wore to London Fashion Week, to prove that you can say a lot too and stand out by saying less. To Mouni Roy, fashion reflects the individual; it is an expression of one's self; the individual does not have to dress to the trends but do what one is comfortable with. Mouni Roy has constructed an entirely curated interpretation of her style unlike any other. She places great emphasis on the details of her dress, friendly experimentation, and the self-claimed fearless attitude makes her one of our significant fashion moments and influencers.
