15 times we have seen an Indian origin actor do wonders in Hollywood

By Anurekha Deb

Modified Jan 12, 2025 05:51 ET

This is a collage of 4 Indian origin actors who have starred in Hollywood, namely Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Naseeruddin Shah, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Kunal Nayyar (clockwise from the top left) — Indian origin actors who have starred in Hollywood, namely Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Naseeruddin Shah, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Kunal Nayyar (clockwise from the top left) | Images via Getty

4. Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan. (Image via Getty)

The veteran superstar has charmed his audience in India for decades in movies like Anand (1971), Zanjeer (1973), Deewaar (1975), Sholay (1975), Amar Akbar Anthony (1977), and Don (1978). But he has also graced his presence in Hollywood by starring in the role of a gambler named Meyer Wolfsheim in the romantic historical film The Great Gatsby (2013), alongside a star cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Tobey Maguire, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton, Jason Clarke, and many more.

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Esther’s beige floral blouse by Vince Camuto

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Diane’s navy gathered front dress by Simkhai

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Claire’s red leather coat by Bardot

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Credits: Peacock

Sasha’s black floral blouse by Ted Baker

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Credits: Peacock

Lucy’s black floral dress by Connected

As seen on Lynn Herring in GH

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Credits: Peacock

Amy’s blue velvet dress by Black Halo

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Credits: Peacock

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As seen on Susan Seaforth Hayes in DOOL

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Credits: Peacock

Marlena’s black check open jacket by Kasper

As seen on Deidre Hall in DOOL

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Credits: Peacock

Cat’s knit sweater dress by Loewe

As seen on AnnaLynne McCord in DOOL

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Credits: Peacock

Julie’s floral print velvet trim robe by Kim + Ono

As seen on Susan Seaforth Hayes in DOOL

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Credits: Peacock

Sarah’s black check knit vest by BDG

As seen on Linsey Godfrey in DOOL

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Nick’s brown jacket by Theory

As seen on Joshua Morrow in Y&R

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Leo’s navy and green striped sweater by Trina Turk

Credits: Peacock

Leo’s navy and green striped sweater by Trina Turk

As seen on Greg Rikaart in DOOL

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Audra’s light peach trench coat by Significant Other

As seen on Zuleyka Silver in Y&R

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Chelsea’s Cotton Blend Tote Bag by H&M

As seen on Melissa Claire Egan in Y&R

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Chelsea’s cream checked coat by DKNY

As seen on Melissa Claire Egan in Y&R

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