By Hemant SharmaSouth Indian Cinema has seen many talented actresses who have impressed audiences with their acting, beauty and charm. Over the years some of these actresses have appeared in movies wearing bikinis giving them a bold and stylish look. While traditional outfits like sarees are very common in South Indian movies, but these actresses have broken stereotypes and showcased confidence in glamorous roles.
From classic beauties to modern-day stars, many actresses have stolen the limelight for their stunning bikini appearances in movies. They wore bikinis in beach scenes, songs or makeovers grabbing attention and setting new trends. Some of these moments became iconic proving that South Indian movies are evolving with changing fashion and storytelling styles.
In this article, we take a look at the Top 10 South Indian Actresses Who Wore Bikini on Screen and how their bold appearances left a lasting impact on fans and the industry.
1. Kajal Aggarwal
If you watch South Indian movies then there is no way you haven’t seen Kajal Aggarwal in one, like, she is popularly one of the top actresses in South Indian cinema, no two ways about that. Though she mainly appears in traditional characters, she caught everyone’s attention by wearing a bikini in Baadshah (2013), which was just a surprise for many of her fans. On-screen, that bikini scene of hers was just amazing, it felt natural while showing off her beauty, so it kinda was a perfect mix. Kajal has often shared beachside pictures in a bikini and fans love that look on her too. To be honest, it is kinda safe to say that she looks good in everything.
2. Pooja Hegde
Pooja Hegde is always stylish and elegant, and sure enough, she is one of the boldest out there too. Like, no matter if it’s a red carpet event or a holiday, she knows how to dress just right. Her bikini scene? Oh, well, in DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham (2017), she sported a bikini and was stunning, just look at that scene alone, and you’ll be mesmerized, to say the least. Her beach pictures on her social media always get a lot of love, and it is clear she knows the trend, you know?
3. Rashmika Mandanna
Rashmika Mandanna has kinda an innocent-looking personality yet surprises her fans from time to time with her fun side, but how? Like, for example, in the Dear Comrade (2019) movie, she wore a black bikini which became a topic of hot discussion, and so many people loved that look of hers. Not just that though, we have often seen her in her vacation pics, we can say that she looks pretty cool and great in the swimwear, proving that she can pull off cute as well as bold looks effortlessly.
4. Samantha Ruth Prabhu
One thing we can say for sure is that Samantha is one of the most capable actresses in the country. Like, she loves donning different roles and styles and has worn two-piece bikinis in film appearances as well. And sure enough, see, when she wore a bikini in her movie Anjaan (2014), everyone was stunned. Though, it is not just in films where she wears bikinis, we have seen her many social media posts where she looks stunning in bikinis, especially when she is on vacation.
5. Rakul Preet Singh
To be honest, it is true that Rakul Preet Singh loves to keep fit and healthy and it shows! How? Well, like, she has a strong, fit body and she confidently flaunted in Manmadhudu 2 (2019) as she wore a bikini, remember that one? That scene alone was something else! Though, often, she shares pictures from her beach getaways as well showing off some skin, you know like, it just goes to show that she is confident in all outfits.
6. Tamannaah Bhatia
Tamannaah Bhatia is famous for her kinda glamorous on-screen roles, and she has always been stylish, after all, that’s her personality and that’s what people love the most about her. Though, in Aagadu (2014) she wore a bikini and fans absolutely loved her look, which was understandable. Like, just look at her recent bikini photo shoot in a Pink bikini, she was just stunning and it was a surprise for many of her fans, in a good way though.
7. Shriya Saran
It is true that Shriya Saran has been in the film industry for quite a while now and has always been very fashionable, you know? We have all seen that Shriya created a buzz when she sported a bikini in Pavitra (2013), remember that one? Though, even offscreen, she shares stunning beach photos whenever she gets a chance.
8. Raashii Khanna
Raashii Khanna is trending for both her performance and the outfit that she wore, and at that time, this bold scene was something else. Like, one of her most daring appearances was in Madras Cafe (2013) where she was seen in a bikini and man, she looked just pure gorgeous. Before that, many knew her for just her sweet and bubbly roles, but that avatar of hers was something else.
9. Malavika Mohanan
As we have all seen Malavika Mohanan’s fashion is always bold and versatile, well, very often actually. She has worn bikinis for various photoshoots and her vacation pictures go viral as well. That Maldives photo shoot of her in the bikini, well, that just was stunning.
10. Ileana D’Cruz
And last on the list, just know that yes, Ileana D’Cruz was one of the first South Indian actresses to wear a bikini on screen. She made a big splash with her look in Pokiri, where she had been wearing bold outfits for films like Happy Ending, remember that one? Though, now it is not the first time we’ve seen her in swimsuits, she actually has a particular love for that.
Conclusion
Sure, there are other names down on this list, but one look at these South Indian Actresses who wore bikinis on screen and you’ll forget about anyone else, that’s how famous their bikini scenes were. So, next time you’re watching the movies of these actresses, specifically the ones where they wore bikinis, you’ll appreciate that even more.