The leading ladies of Bollywood who light up our screens today with their breathtaking good looks and amazing talent, have surely come a long from when they began their career as models.
Here's a look at how different some of our stunning B-Town actresses looked during their modelling days.
Deepika Padukone
The 'Bajirao Mastani' star had quite a successful modelling career with big names like Kingfisher and Lakme Fashion Week before her foray into Bollywood.
Aishwariya Rai
This internationally acclaimed actress, who has earned the 'world's most beautiful woman' title, made waves in the world of modelling when was crowned 'Miss World' in 1991.
Kajol
This stunning star of major hit films like 'Dilwale', 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai', had a minor stint in modelling, and was more focussed into getting into acting and Bollywood as soon as she could.
Priyanka Chopra
Crowned 'Miss World 2000', this globally renowned actresss is recognised internationally as much for looks and style, as she is for her incredible acting talent.
Bipasha Basu
Acclaimed fitness guru and star of movies like 'Dhoom 2' and 'Jism', this lovely lady also started out as a successful model who has appeared on over 40 magazine covers.
Sonam Kapoor
Having struggled with obesity and various body image issues as a child, the 'Prem Ratan Dhan Payo' actress now uses her good looks and fame to further various charities and social causes.
Anushka Sharma
This gorgeous leading lady of films like 'Bombay Velvet' and 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' was quite a success in the modelling field, having done campaigns for brands like, Silk & Shine, Whisper, Nathella Jewelry and Fiat Palio.
Kareena Kapoor
This stunning actress who is practically Bollywood royalty, and recognised as a fashion icon, dabbled with modelling and eventually went on to launch her own clothing line, in association with the retail chain Globus.
Madhuri Dixit
Famed throughout the world for her exceptional dancing and acting skills, this elegantly beautiful actress's grace and poise is hard to replace.
Kangana Ranaut
This 'Queen' star, who was a small-town girl looking to enter Bollywood, initially took on a few modelling assignments, but generally disliked the career as she found "no scope for creativity".
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