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From item girl to icon: The rise of glam divas

TOI Entertainment Desk
| ETimes.in | Last updated on - Apr 16, 2025, 08:00 IST
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Sunny Leone: The Reinvention Queen

Her journey from Baby Doll to owning her narrative is nothing short of iconic. Sunny has gracefully embraced Bollywood, launched her own beauty brand, and become a staple in fashion editorials. She took control of the narrative and made space on her own terms.

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Rakhi Sawant: Drama, Dhamaka, and Definitely Not Done Yet

You can love her or troll her, but you can’t ignore Rakhi. Her item numbers were bold and unapologetic — much like her personality. While others moved into fashion and fitness, Rakhi made herself a pop-culture phenomenon and headline-grabbing reality TV queen.

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Nora Fatehi: The Global Firecracker

From Dilbar to Garmi, Nora turned every dance floor into a war zone (and she always wins). What started as sizzling cameos turned into acting roles, international collabs, and fashion campaigns. Nora’s hustle proves she’s not just here for the beat — she’s here to dominate.

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Jacqueline Fernandez: The Glam Charmer

Whether it’s Lat Lag Gayee or Ek Do Teen, Jacqueline brought elegance and energy. But her real power move? Becoming a style maven, fitness enthusiast, and face of major beauty brands. She adds sparkle, but with serious staying power.

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Malaika Arora: The OG Trendsetter

With Chaiyya Chaiyya and Munni Badnaam, Malaika went from dancer to red-carpet royalty. Her flawless fitness, fashion-forward looks, and reality show appearances have made her a glam goddess and wellness entrepreneur. She’s no longer just a song girl — she is the moment.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan: From 'Fevicol Se' to Fashion Queen

Bebo gave us sass, class, and iconic moves in Fevicol Se, but let’s be honest — she’s been a glam icon from Poo in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham to now. Her item numbers were just a sparkle in a galaxy of achievements — films, endorsements, fashion lines, and even a hit podcast.

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Katrina Kaif: The Choreography Queen

From Sheila Ki Jawani to Kamli, Katrina’s dance moves became cultural phenomena. Today, she's one of Bollywood's top actresses and the co-founder of a successful beauty brand. Her transformation is all about grace, grind, and glam.

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