Highlights
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, one of Bollywood‘s most celebrated actresses, has delivered numerous memorable performances throughout her career. Here are five of her top movies, including their budgets and earnings:
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)
Role: Nandini
Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Budget: ₹16 crore
Earnings: ₹24.76 crore (India)
Synopsis: A romantic drama where Aishwarya Rai plays a woman torn between two men, showcasing her emotional depth and strong screen presence. The film was a commercial success and critically acclaimed for its storytelling and music.
Devdas (2002)
Role: Paro
Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
Budget: ₹50 crore
Earnings: ₹99.8 crore (Worldwide)
Synopsis: This epic love saga, based on Sharat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s novel, features Aishwarya Rai as Paro, delivering a powerful performance alongside Shah Rukh Khan. The film was a massive hit and received numerous awards, including a Filmfare Award for Aishwarya.
Dhoom 2 (2006)
Role: Sunehri
Director: Sanjay Gadhvi
Budget: ₹35 crore
Earnings: ₹150 crore (Worldwide)
Synopsis: Aishwarya‘s role in this action thriller added glamour and intrigue, playing a thief opposite Hrithik Roshan. The movie was a blockbuster and is one of the highest-grossing films of 2006.
Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
Role: Jodhaa Bai
Director: Ashutosh Gowariker
Budget: ₹40 crore
Earnings: ₹112 crore (Worldwide)
Synopsis: Aishwarya Rai portrayed the Mughal empress Jodhaa Bai with grace and dignity. The historical epic, co-starring Hrithik Roshan, was a critical and commercial success, praised for its grand visuals and strong performances.
Guru (2007)
Role: Sujata Desai
Director: Mani Ratnam
Budget: ₹15 crore
Earnings: ₹83 crore (Worldwide)
Synopsis: In this biographical drama, Aishwarya‘s role as the supportive wife of a business tycoon, played by Abhishek Bachchan, earned her critical acclaim. The film was well-received and performed well at the box office.
These films not only highlight Aishwarya‘s versatility as an actress but also her ability to deliver strong performances in a variety of genres, contributing to their commercial success.
