The face of modeling has been turned from just strutting on ramp to the representing visualization of fashion designer by the Indian models. They signify the fashion sorority as a whole and indeed a brand in themselves. These models have merged fashion with bizarre style and placed India at a leading position in this field. Below Top 10 female Indian models are described who have altered the perspective of Indian fashion industry.

Top 10 Indian Models of All Time

1, Noyonika Chatterjee

She is also dubbed as ‘India’s Naomi Campbell’ and emperor of the ramp for many years. She is a consummate model who always put her effect while walking on a ramp. She is basically from Calcutta, grown up in Bombay and then settled in Delhi since seven years after the birth of her daughter. She got first opportunity in modeling in 1988 and since then she was inundated with plenty of fashion assignment. At her time fair-skinned were in priority but she was the only who broke stereotype of light-skinned models. Other than modeling, she also trains new models as well as choreographs fashion events. Some famous Bollywood actresses like Lara Dutta, Priyanka Chopra and Diya Mirza has been trained by the Noyonika. 5’11” tall Noyonika has her own unique personality and still a well-recognized model.

2, Nethra Raghuraman

Nethra Raghuraman has been outstanding face on the ramp as well as television screens for a long time. She is from Vadodara located in the state of Gujarat, India. She debuted in modeling field in 1997 from ‘Look of the Year’ contest of Femina magazine that she won. In 2000, she achieved the title of ‘Best female newcomer’ at Star Screen Awards. Her acting skill was noted in her initial films ‘Thakshak’ by Govind Nihalani and ‘Bhopal Express’ by Mahesh Mathai. She was also the champion in Akshay Kumar hosted show, ‘Khataron Ke Khiladi.’ Although she was admired for her acting in movies, modeling has remained her first preference for all times.

3, Bipasha Basu

Currently, she is a well-known Bollywood actress but before an actress she was a glamorous model. This Bengali girl began her modeling career in 1996 when she met the Super Model Mehr Jessia. She took part in the Godrej’s Cinthol Supermodel Contest and succeeded to win it. After winning this competition, she was brought to New York by Ford Company and started her flourishing modeling career from here. In 2001, she got a chance to play role in Abbas Mustan’s movie, Ajnabee. She also did well in acting and came out as a great actress as well as model. She looks an amazing while on the ramp.

4, Madhu Sapre

She is considered as one of the boldest models. She brought proud to India in 1992 Miss Universe pageant where she emerged as 2nd runner-up. Originally from the state of Maharashtra, Madhu also became Femina Miss India winner in 1992. Once she was caught in controversy due to her n*ked photo shoot with co-model, Milind Soman. Now she is living in Italy with her husband, Gian Maria and ferries between Italy and India. This 5’8” gangling beauty has created a vogue in Indian fashion environment; still she leaves behind her presence among fashion lovers.

5, Sheetal Mallar

She is also one of the top Indian models. The model from Mumbai, Sheetal was perceived by the photographer for Danabhai Jewelers, Gautam Rajadhyaksha. She was selected among 12 finalists in Elite supermodel contest in 1994 and also done modeling for Armani and Fendi. In the same year she hit Madhu Sapre by winning the title Femina Look of the Year. Only few people know that she likes photography and she is a good photographer. She has worked for many brands such as McDowells, Gold Flake, Maybelline, Motorola, LG Electronics, the latest Tata Indigo Marina, Wildstone and Grasim Suitings. She is the role model for Maybelline cosmetics.

6, Ujjwala Raut

She is most adored model in India as well as in foreign countries. She won the Femina Look of the Year title at Feminia Miss India competition in 1996 and that time she was just 17. She has walked on the ramp for numerous eminent fashion shows such as Dolce and Gabbana, Valentino, Roberto Cavalli, Emilio Pucci, Oscar de la Renta, Gucci as well as Victoria's Secret. She has also posed in photo shoots and editorials in a number of magazines like Vogue, L'Officiel, Marie Claire, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, Italian Glamour, etc. Even though she is the mother of five year old child, she has still not quit her career in modeling. Raut was one of the Top 15 in Elite Model Look of the Year in Nice. She is known for her sizzling look and style in the Fashion world.

7, Diandra Soares

She is the first bald model since ever in the fashion trend. She decided to become model at the age of 13 after looking Madhu Sapre as a Miss India. She placed her first step in modeling through Miss Bombay 95 beauty pageant. For the first time she went bald before 11 years and secondly on January 7, 2010. Some of her fans laughed for this act but she did not take it in her mind. Since then she spotlighted in media with a great extent. She has been in the modeling field for around 15 years and her talent for being fervently directed her at the top.

8, Nina Manuel

She is counted among top models and recognized due to her wonderful natural look and prospective. When she was studying to be a lawyer, her mother inspired her to take part in Famina Look in 1995. From that she has been in the modeling. She began with a show for Ensemble, the haute couture store and then caught by top designers. She has also performed music videos with Baba Sehgal, Remo as well as Anaida. She has represented ramp shows and modeling campaigns for many brands like Levi’s, Coke, Sam Miguel, Kodak, and Indian Express. Nina has also anchored the television shows like Late Night V and After Hrs on. She is one of the dusky models who have provided a new wave in fashion. This Mumbai model married with New York businessman Luv Shah in last year.

9, Jesse Randhawa

She is a model as well as actress. When this figurine queen comes on ramp, she outshines all other models. Actually, she wanted to be a pilot but eventually turned to modeling. In 1994, she appeared together with Sushmita Sen and Aishwarya Rai in the Femina Miss India contest. She has worked with several famous designers. Besides, modeling she is a good dancer and has also played remarkable role in some Bollywood films. She was the first runner-up in popular television show "Fear Factor – Khatron Ke Khiladi Level 2.” She is originally Jatt Sikh from Jaipur. She gets powerful attention on fashion catwalk ramp because of her influencing personality.

10, Carol Gracias

She is one of the most recognized Indian models on ramps especially because of her beautiful complexion and fashion attitude. She belongs to Goan Catholic community. She has won the coveted India L`Oreal or Elite `Look of the Year` title. Carol likes many designers but utter preference depends on the type of wear accolade by her mood. Once during Lakme India Fashion Week at Mumbai in 2006, she kept in infamous wardrobe malfunction but, at that time also she proved her professionalism to the world through her way of handling the situation. Even today her presence in any fashion event turns its environment wonderful.

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