From powerful businesswomen to gorgeous leading ladies and sexy models, without a doubt, Asian women have been some of the most beautiful and talented celebrities in the world. The ladies mentioned here not only have gorgeous, hot, and sexy looks but they are also working hard, charitable, and smart. What are you waiting for? Check them out!
1. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
| Aishwarya Rai Bachchan | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan |
| Birthdate | 1 November 1973 |
| Birthplace | Mangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1991–present |
| Title | Miss World 1994 |
| Spouse | Abhishek Bachchan (married in 2007) |
| Children | 1 |
| Family | Bachchan family (by marriage) |
| Awards | Multiple awards received |
| Honours | Padma Shri (2009), Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2012) |
| Known For | Renowned Hindi and Tamil film actress |
| Popularity | Recognized as one of the most influential celebrities in India |
| Beauty Recognition | Often referred to as “the most beautiful woman in the world” |
| Filmfare Awards | Two-time recipient of the Filmfare Award for Best Actress |
| Critical Acclaim | Praised for various notable performances |
| International Presence | First Indian actress to serve as a jury member at the Cannes Film Festival |
| Philanthropic Efforts | Active involvement as a brand ambassador for multiple charity organizations and campaigns |
| UNAIDS Ambassador | Appointed as a Goodwill Ambassador for the Joint United Nations Programme on AIDS |
| Multilingual Talents | Fluent in Hindi, Tamil, and Bengali languages |
| Commercial Successes | Notable films include Mohabbatein, Dhoom 2, Guru, Jodhaa Akbar, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil |
| Recent Projects | Appeared in the period films Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022) and Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023) |
| Education | Graduated from the University of Mumbai |
| Modeling Success | Winner of an international supermodel contest, featured in American Vogue |
| Miss World Pageant | Crowned as Miss World 1994 and represented India |
| Acting Debut | First Tamil film: Iruvar (1997), First Hindi film: Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya |
Aishwarya Rai is an Indian actress. She won an international supermodel contest organized by Ford and was eventually featured in the edition for America of Vogue in 1991. In 1993, Rai got giant public recognition for her participation in a Pepsi advertisement with actors Mahima Chaudhry and Aamir Khan. The single line – “Hi, I’m Sanjana,” of her dialogue in the advertisement made her immediately famous.
2. Marian Rivera
| Marian Rivera | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Marian Rivera |
| Birthdate | August 12, 1984 |
| Birthplace | Madrid, Spain |
| Nationality | Spanish-Filipino |
| Height | 1.58 m (5 ft 2 in) |
| Spouse | Dingdong Dantes (married in 2014) |
| Children | Maria Letizia Gracia Dantes, Jośe Sixto Gracia Dantes IV |
| Residences | Maragondon, Cavite, Metro Manila |
| Education | Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from De La Salle University-Dasmariñas |
| Occupation | Actress, commercial model, entrepreneur |
| Notable Roles | MariMar, Dyesebel, Amaya, Darna, Temptation of Wife |
| Ambassador for Women and Children with Disabilities, Congress of the Philippines | Incumbent, assumed office on March 31, 2014 |
| Albums | Marian Rivera Dance Hits, Retro Crazy (including the single “Sabay Sabay Tayo” and dance medleys performed by Retro Crazy Gang) |
| Films | My Bestfriend’s Girlfriend, You to Me Are Everything, Panday 2, Temptation Island |
| Awards | FHM Magazine’s Sexiest Woman (2008, 2013, 2014), Phenomenal TV Star (Box-Office Entertainment Awards 2008) |
| Endorsements | Notable endorsements and inclusion in the Top 20 Endorsers list |
| Other Contributions | Member of the selection committee at the Miss Universe 2021 pageant |
Marian Rivera Gracia was born on August 12, 1984 in Madrid, Spain. She is a Spanish-Filipina actress, commercial model and entrepreneur. Although she was born in Spain, she grew up in the Philippines.
With her beauty and talent, she appeared in many films such as: MariMar, Dyesebel, Amaya, Darna, Temptation of Wife, My Bestfriend’s Girlfriend, You to Me Are Everything, and Panday 2. She was selected as one of the members of the selection committee at the Miss Universe 2021.
3. Pia Wurtzbach
| Pia Wurtzbach | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach-Jauncey |
| Birthdate | September 24, 1989 (age 33) |
| Birthplace | Stuttgart, Germany |
| Nationality | Filipino-German |
| Education | Center for Asian Culinary Studies, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Occupations | Model, actress, beauty queen, television presenter |
| Height | 5 ft 8 in (1.73 m) |
| Spouse | Jeremy Jauncey (married in 2023) |
| Beauty Pageant Titles | Miss Universe Philippines 2015, Miss Universe 2015 |
| Notable Achievements | First Filipina Miss Universe winner in four decades and in the 21st century |
| Languages | Fluent in Cebuano, English, and Tagalog; Basic German |
| Agency | Star Magic |
| Years Active | 2001–present |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Family | German father and Filipino mother; has a younger sister |
| Early Life | Born in Germany, moved to Northern Mindanao, Philippines; attended Kong Hua School and Corpus Christi School |
| Education | Finished secondary education at ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center; studied culinary arts |
| Career | Model, actress, host, and TV personality |
| Pageant History | Joined Binibining Pilipinas pageant three times; won Miss Universe Philippines in 2015 |
| Miss Universe 2015 | Crowned as Miss Universe after a controversial announcement; third Filipina to win the title |
| Philanthropy | Advocates against bullying; actively participates in charity events and public speaking |
Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (born September 24, 1989) is known as a model, actress and beauty queen of Miss Universe 2015. Although her birth place is Germany, she grew up and was raised in the Philippines and England. Thus, she can speak fluent Cebuano, English and Tagalog but basic German.
She started her career when she was four with the name Pia Romeo and appeared in many films and sitcoms such as: Bora, Sa Piling Mo, ASAP, All my life, All about love and then joined in Miss Universe Pageant. She became the queen of Miss Universe 2015.
4. Gong Li
| Gong Li | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Gong Li |
| Birthdate | December 31, 1965 (age 57) |
| Birthplace | Shenyang, Liaoning, China |
| Citizenship | Chinese, Singaporean |
| Education | Central Academy of Drama (BA) |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, model |
| Years Active | 1987 – present |
| Works | Filmography |
| Height | 169 cm (5 ft 7 in) |
| Spouses | Ooi Hoe Soeng (m. 1996; div. 2010), Jean-Michel Jarre (m. 2019) |
| Chinese Name | 巩俐 |
| Known For | Versatile and naturalistic performances |
| Academy Awards | Starred in three of the four Chinese-language films nominated for Best International Feature Film |
| Collaborations | Notable collaborations with director Zhang Yimou, including Red Sorghum, Ju Dou, Raise the Red Lantern, and The Story of Qiu Ju |
| International Awards | Won the Volpi Cup for Best Actress at the Venice Film Festival, New York Film Critics Circle Award, and more |
| International Recognition | Head of jury at the Berlin Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival |
| Honors | Appointed Commander (Commandeur) of the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the government of France |
| Early Life | Born and raised in Shenyang and Jinan, China, with an interest in singing and dancing from a young age |
| Career Beginnings | Discovered by director Zhang Yimou and made her debut in Red Sorghum, receiving international acclaim |
| Critically Acclaimed Roles | Notable performances in films like Farewell My Concubine, Raise the Red Lantern, and To Live |
| International Success | Recognized for her performances in English-language films such as Memoirs of a Geisha and Miami Vice |
| Advocacy | Criticized censorship policies in China, with some of her films facing bans for their political themes |
Gong Li who was born on December 31, 1965, is a Chinese actress. In 1987, she was first chosen by director Zhang Yimou to participate in the anti-Japanese war romance Red Sorghum, which officially started her fifteen-year cooperation with China’s 5th-generation directors. The movie won the Golden Bear at the 38th Berlin International Film Festival, becoming the first movie from China to win this award.
5. Michelle Yeoh
| Michelle Yeoh | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Michelle Yeoh |
| Birthdate | August 6, 1962 |
| Birthplace | Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia |
| Other Names | Michelle Khan |
| Education | Royal Academy of Dance (BA) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1983–present |
| Spouse | Dickson Poon |
| Partner | Jean Todt (2004–present) |
| Awards | Academy Award for Best Actress |
| Notable Achievements | First Asian and Malaysian to win an Academy Award |
| Notable Films/TV Shows | Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000) |
| Contributions | Popularized Asian martial arts and cinema globally |
| Personal Background | Born in Malaysia to Janet Yeoh and Datuk Yeoh Kian-teik |
| Languages | Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin |
| Beauty and Style | Skincare ambassador for Guerlain |
Yeoh Choo Kheng was born in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. In 1983, at the age 20, she won the Miss Malaysia World contest. She represented Malaysia at Miss World 1983 pageant in London, in which she overall placed at the 18th position over 72 participants from all around the world. Later that year, Michelle traveled to Australia and won Miss Moomba International 1984 pageant. From there, she participated in a TV commercial with Jackie Chan, catching the attention of a fledgling Hong Kong film production company, D&B Films.
6. Ziyi Zhang
| Ziyi Zhang | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ziyi Zhang |
| Chinese Name | 章子怡 |
| Birthdate | February 9, 1979 (age 44) |
| Birthplace | Beijing, China |
| Occupation(s) | Chinese actress, model |
| Career Highlights | One of the Four Dan Actresses of China |
| Awards | Golden Globe Award and BAFTA Award nominations |
| Notable Films | Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon |
| Other Achievements | Consistently ranked in Forbes China Celebrity 100 list |
| Early Life | Born and raised in Beijing, China |
| Education | Central Academy of Drama, Beijing |
| Philanthropy | Ambassador for WildAid wildlife conservation organization |
On February 9, 1979, Zhang Ziyi was born and grew up in Beijing, China, to Li Zhousheng, a kindergarten teacher, and Zhang Yuanxiao, an accountant and later economist. She has an older brother who is very close to her. Zhang started studying dance at the age of 8; subsequently, she joined the Beijing Dance Academy at her parents’ suggestion when she was 11 years old.
7. Zhou Xun
| Zhou Xun | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zhou Xun |
| Chinese Name | 周迅 |
| Date of Birth | October 18, 1974 |
| Birthplace | Quzhou, Zhejiang, China |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer |
| Years Active | 1991–present |
| Notable Achievements | One of the Four Dan Actresses of China; First Chinese actor to win the “Grand Slam” of film awards (Golden Horse Awards, Hong Kong Film Awards, Golden Rooster Awards) |
| Education | Zhejiang Arts Institute |
| Film Debut | The Pampered Wife (1995) |
| Breakthrough Roles | Suzhou River (2000), Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress (2002) |
| International Recognition | Starred in Hollywood film Cloud Atlas (2012); Named Asia’s 25 greatest actors of all time by CNN |
| Philanthropy and Environmental Activism | United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Goodwill Ambassador for China; Laureate of United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)’s Champions of the Earth |
| Brand Ambassadorships | Miu Miu, Lancel, Chanel, IWC Schaffhausen, GAP, Marubi Tokyo, Decorté, Perfect Diary |
| Marriage | Archie Kao (m. 2014; div. 2020) |
| Citizenship | Hong Kong (under the “Quality Migrant Admission Scheme”) |
Zhou Xun was born on October 18, 1974 in Quzhou, Zhejiang, China. She is a famous actress from China. People know her well as one of the Four Dan Actresses of China. Her international fame gained from Suzhou River (2000) and Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress (2002). She was the first Chinese to win the “Grand Slam” and won three biggest awards such as: the Golden Horse Awards, the Hong Kong Film Awards and the Golden Rooster Awards.
8. Lee Young Ae
| Lee Young Ae | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lee Young Ae |
| Birthdate | January 31, 1971 |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, model |
| Education | Hanyang University (B.A. German Language and Literature) Chung Ang University (M.A. Theater and Film) |
| Career Highlights | – Known for her roles in “Dae Jang Geum” and “Sympathy for Lady Vengeance” – Awarded Best Actress at prestigious film festivals and awards – Attained pan-Asia stardom and Hallyu star status |
| Years active | 1993–2005 2017–present |
| Agent(s) | Good People Entertainment (subsidiary of Creative Leaders Group Eight) |
| Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) |
| Spouse | Married Jeong Ho-yeong in 2009 |
| Children | 2 |
| Korean name | 이영애 |
| Endorsements | – Mamonde cosmetics – LG Household & Health Care’s The History of Whoo – Ferragamo Eyewear – Lifening inner beauty brand |
Lee Young-ae was born on January 31, 1971 in Seoul, South Korea. She is a famous actress in South Korea and Asia as well. She is best known for her appearances in the Korean historical drama Dae Jang Geum (2003) and Sympathy for Lady Vengeance (2005).
Although she started her career as a model, she has been famous for acting career. She has received many awards such as: Best Actress awards at the 38th Sitges Film Festival,[3] 26th Blue Dragon Film Awards and 42nd Baeksang Arts Awards.
9. Song Hye Kyo
| Song Hye Kyo | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Song Hye Kyo |
| Birthdate | November 22, 1981 |
| Birthplace | Daegu, South Korea |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Spouse | Song Joong-ki (married in 2017, divorced in 2019) |
| Korean Name | 송혜교 |
| Hangul | 송혜교 |
| Hanja | 宋慧敎 |
| Revised Romanization | Song Hye-gyo |
| McCune–Reischauer | Song Hyekyo |
| Notable TV Dramas | Autumn in My Heart, All In, Full House, Descendants of the Sun |
| Film Work | Hwang Jin Yi, The Grandmaster, My Brilliant Life, The Queens |
| International Fame | Established as a top Hallyu star |
| Forbes Ranking | Ranked 7th in Forbes Korea Power Celebrity list in 2017 and 6th in 2018 |
| Notable Achievements | One of “The Troika” with Kim Tae-hee and Jun Ji-hyun |
| Childhood Struggles | Overcame illness as an infant and registered birth on a different date |
| Raised by | Mother |
| Education | Sejong University (BFA), majoring in Film Arts |
| Rise to Fame | Rose to fame with the drama series Autumn in My Heart in 2000 |
| International Films | Appeared in The Grandmaster and My Brilliant Life |
Actress Song Hye-Kyo was born on November 22, 1981, in Daegu, South Korea. After being born, she was so ill that doctors and her parents thought that she would not survive. Upon her miracle recovery, Song’s parents registered her birth on February 26, 1982 although her actual birthdate was November 22, 1981. Unfortunately, her parents divorced when she was very young, after which she grew up with her mother.
10. Son Ye-jin
| Son Ye jin | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Son Ye-jin |
| Birthdate | January 11, 1982 |
| Birthplace | Suseong District, Daegu, South Korea |
| Education | Seoul Institute of the Arts – Film |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2000–present |
| Agent | MSTeam Entertainment |
| Spouse | Hyun Bin (married in 2022) |
| Children | 1 |
| Korean Name | 손예진 |
| Nickname | Nation’s First Love |
| Popular Films | A Moment to Remember, April Snow, The Classic |
| Notable TV Dramas | Crash Landing on You, Something in the Rain |
| Awards | Multiple awards and nominations |
| Recognitions | Included in Forbes Korea Power Celebrity 40 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Philanthropy | Active supporter of charitable causes |
On January 11, 1982, actress Son Eon-jin was born in Suseong District, Daegu, South Korea. The most successful role of her early career was in the subsequent movies Lovers’ Concerto and The Classic. Both were solid mid-level hits in Korea, and The Classic in particular — being a work of My Sassy Girl director Kwak Jae-yong — received wide recognition in regions such as Hong Kong and mainland China, and launched her into East Asia stardom.
11. Kim Tae Hee
| Kim Tae Hee | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Kim Tae Hee |
| Birthdate | March 29, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Ulsan, South Korea |
| Alma Mater | Seoul National University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2000–present |
| Known for | Renowned for her beauty and acclaimed performances in Korean dramas |
| Popular Dramas | Stairway to Heaven, Love Story in Harvard, Iris, My Princess, Yong-pal, Hi Bye, Mama! |
| Recognized Trio | Part of “The Troika” alongside Song Hye-kyo and Jun Ji-hyun (known as “Tae-Hye-Ji”) |
| Education | Samshin Elementary School, Daehyun Middle School, Ulsan Girls’ High School, Seoul National University |
| Breakthrough Role | Gained popularity as the evil stepsister in the TV series Stairway to Heaven |
| Successful Commercials | Became a sought-after face in the TV commercial industry, earning the title “CF Queen” |
| Marriage and Family | Married singer-actor Rain in 2017, blessed with two daughters |
| Faith | Practicing Catholic, appeared in a music video commemorating Pope Francis’s visit to Korea |
| Philanthropic Work | Active involvement in various charities benefiting underserved youth and broken families |
| Charitable Donations | Donated to assist neighbors affected by forest fires and provided masks to NGOs |
Actress Kim Tae-Hee was born in Ulsan, South Korea. In 2000, a promotion executive saw her riding the subway, and offered her to be a model. Kim participated in TV commercials and print ads, before making her acting first appearance with a cameo role in the 2001 melodrama Last Present. She starred in the short movie Living in New Town and the sitcom Let’s Go in 2002, followed by A Problem at My Younger Brother’s House and Screen in 2003.
12. Lisa BlackPink
| Lisa BlackPink | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lisa BlackPink |
| Born | March 27, 1997 |
| Nationality | Thai |
| Occupations | Rapper, Singer, Dancer |
| Musical Career | Member of Blackpink (2016-present) |
| Solo Debut | Released solo single album “Lalisa” in September 2021 |
| Record-Breaking | First female artist to sell 736,000 copies of an album in its first week in South Korea |
| Accolades | Seven Guinness World Records |
| Early Life | Born in Buriram Province, Thailand |
| Education | Completed secondary education at Praphamontree School I and II |
| Training | Auditioned and became a trainee at YG Entertainment at age 13 |
| TV Programs | Cast member on the MBC military variety program “Real Man 300” |
| Solo Career | Debuted as a soloist with the single album “Lalisa” in September 2021 |
| Languages | Fluent in Thai, English, Korean |
| Brand Endorsements | Model and brand ambassador for South Korean cosmetics brand Moonshot |
Lisa was born Pranpriya Manobal on March 27, 1997, in Buriram, Thailand. In August 2016, she first appeared as 1 of 4 members of South Korean girl group Blackpink, as well as the first ever non-ethnically Korean to debut under the agency. Blackpink started with the single album Square One with lead singles “Boombayah” and “Whistle”. “Whistle” achieved a perfect “all-kill”, peaking all South Korean charts upon debut.
13. Park Min Young
| Park Min Young | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Park Min Young |
| Birthdate | March 4, 1986 (age 37) |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Other Names | Rachel Park |
| Alma Mater | Dongguk University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2005–present |
| Agent | Hook Entertainment |
| Korean Name | 박민영 |
| Notable Works | Sungkyunkwan Scandal, City Hunter, Healer, What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim, Her Private Life, When the Weather Is Fine, Forecasting Love and Weather, Love in Contract |
| Education | Graduated from Dongguk University with a degree in Theatre |
| Philanthropy | Donated to the Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association for wildfire victims |
Park Min-young was born on March 4, 1986. In 2005, She made her first appearance in a SK Telecom commercial. She started her acting career a year later in the hit sitcom High Kick! in 2006. She continued to participate in TV dramas, in many roles such as the only daughter of a notorious gangster in I Am Sam in 2007, and a gumiho, which is a nine-tailed fox in Korean mythology in one episode of horror-themed drama Hometown of Legends in 2008, she also starred as a villainous princess in the period drama Ja Myung Go in 2009.
14. Ha Ji Won
| Ha Ji Won | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ha Ji Won |
| Birthdate | June 28, 1978 (age 45) |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Education | Bachelor of Film and Television (Dankook University) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Known For | Historical dramas: Damo, Hwang Jini, Empress Ki |
| Achievements | Highly sought-after and critically acclaimed actress |
| Early Life and Career | Scouted by an agency in high school |
| Notable Films | Truth Game (2000): Best New Actress award |
Jeon Hae-rim was born in Seoul, South Korea. In 2010, after making a four-year break from dramas, she had a very successful comeback through the hit drama, Secret Garden, written by well-known writer Kim Eun-sook. Ha starred as a stunt woman, who magically switches bodies with a wealthy CEO character in that drama. Proven to be a commercial success, the drama series got high domestic ratings and garnered much interest regarding its catchphrases, fashion and music.
15. Park Shin Hye
| Park Shin Hye | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Park Shin Hye |
| Birthdate | February 18, 1990 |
| Birthplace | Gwangju, South Korea |
| Education | Chung-Ang University (Theater degree) |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer |
| Years Active | 2001–present |
| Agent | S.A.L.T Entertainment |
| Spouse | Choi Tae-joon (married in 2022) |
| Children | 1 |
| Family | Park Shin-won (brother) |
| Korean Name (Hangul) | 박신혜 |
| Korean Name (Hanja) | 朴信惠 |
| Revised Romanization | Bak Sin-hye |
| McCune–Reischauer | Pak Sinhye |
Born on February 18, 1990, in Nam District, Gwangju, Park Shin-hye was raised in Songpa District, Seoul. She has an older brother, Park Shin-won, a composer and guitarist. In 2001 and 2003 respectively, she made her first two appearances in the MVs “Flower” and “…Do You Love Me!”, both by singer Lee Seung-hwan. Park then underwent formal training in dancing, singing and acting under supervision at Dream Factory.
16. Vicky Zhao
| Vicky Zhao | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Vicky Zhao |
| Birthdate | March 12, 1976 |
| Birthplace | Wuhu, Anhui, China |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Other Names | Vicki Zhao, Vicky Zhao |
| Education | Master of Fine Arts |
| Alma Mater | Beijing Film Academy |
| Occupations | Actress, Businesswoman, Film Director, Producer, Pop Singer |
| Years Active | 1994–present |
| Spouse | Huang You Long |
| Children | Huang Xing (daughter) |
| Notable Works | My Fair Princess, Shaolin Soccer, Red Cliff, Painted Skin, Lost in Hong Kong, Dearest, So Young, Mulan |
| Awards | Golden Eagle Award for Best Actress, Hong Kong Film Critics Society Award, etc. |
| Musical Career | Genres: Mandopop |
| Highest-paid Actress | One of the highest-paid actresses in China and Chinese-speaking regions |
| Directorial Debut | So Young (2013) |
| Disappearance | All films and TV dramas featuring Zhao disappeared from Chinese video streaming services in 2021 |
Zhao Wei was born on March 12, 1976. In 1997, producer and novelist Chiung Yao was cast in the television series My Fair Princess, a joint production by Taiwan and mainland China which was adapted from her own novel. She identified Zhao Wei as a talent after watching Sisters in Beijing and offered Zhao the lead role of Huan Zhu Ge Ge (Princess Pearl) a.k.a. Xiao Yanzi (“Little Swallow”), a funny and rebellious princess who dared to challenge rules and authority in the palace.
17. Ruby Lin
| Ruby Lin | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ruby Lin Xin-ru |
| Birthdate | January 27, 1976 |
| Birthplace | Taipei, Taiwan |
| Nationality | Taiwanese |
| Occupation | Actress, Producer, Singer |
| Known For | My Fair Princess, The Duke of Mount Deer, The Way We Were |
| Singing Career | Released 5 albums, debut album “Heartbeat” in 1999 |
| Production Career | Founded own studio in 2009, produced TV dramas and films |
| Notable Awards | Best Producer (2012 TV Drama Awards Made in China), Golden Bell Award for Best Television Series (The Way We Were) |
| Highest-Earning Taiwanese Drama Actress | Ranked among top earners in 2011-2013 |
| Education | Graduated from Ri Xin Primary School and Zhong Dian High School |
| Early Career | Started as a part-time model, appeared in commercials |
| Breakthrough Role | Xia Ziwei in the TV series “My Fair Princess” |
| Film Career | Acted in notable films such as “The House That Never Dies,” “The Devotion of Suspect X,” “Miss Andy” |
| Personal Life | Eldest of four children, parents initially opposed her involvement in entertainment industry |
| Language Skills | Studied English at Study Group International |
| Philanthropy | Actively involved in charitable activities |
Ruby Lin Xin-ru was born on January 27, 1976. After playing small roles in many series and movies, she was selected by Taiwanese writer Chiung Yao to play as the main role in the comedic period drama My Fair Princess, a joint production by Taiwan and mainland China which was adapted from director Chiung Yao’s novel. Originally picked to star as Princess Saiya, Lin was finally chosen by the company to play Xia Ziwei instead, as the actress scheduled to play the lead role was unavailable.
18. Fan Bing Bing
| Fan Bing Bing | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Fan Bingbing |
| Chinese Name | 范冰冰 |
| Date of Birth | September 16, 1981 |
| Birthplace | Yantai, Shandong, China |
| Alma Mater | Shanghai Xie Jin Film and Television Art College Shanghai Theatre Academy |
| Occupations | Actress Model Television Producer Singer |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Political Party | Chinese Communist Party |
| Relatives | Fan Chengcheng (brother) |
| Musical Career | Genre: Mandopop Labels: Fan Bingbing Studio Creative Artists Agency |
| Breakthrough Role | Cell Phone (2003) – China’s highest-grossing film of the year |
| Notable Films | Lost in Beijing (2007) Buddha Mountain (2011) Double Xposure (2012) I Am Not Madame Bovary (2016) |
| International Projects | Stretch (2011) – French film My Way (2011) – Korean film X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) |
| Education | Graduated from Shanghai Xie Jin Film and Television Art College Shanghai Theatre Academy |
Chinese actress Fan BingBing was born on September 16, 1981. She first appeared in the TV series Powerful Woman and played minor roles for 2 years, before gaining public attention in 1999 for her supporting role as Jin Suo in the first 2 seasons of the Chinese TV series My Fair Princess, adapted from Taiwanese writer Chiung Yao’s story. Fan was recommended by Hong Kong actress Leanne Liu to participate in the cast.
19. Lee Hyori
| Lee Hyori | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lee Hyori |
| Birthdate | May 10, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Osong-ri, Cheongwon County, South Korea |
| Other Names | Linda.G, Lee Chun Ok |
| Occupations | Singer, record producer, activist, actress, TV presenter |
| Agent | Antenna |
| Spouse | Lee Sang-soon |
| Genres | K-pop, R&B |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years Active | 1998–present |
| Labels | DSP, Mnet Media, B2M, Kiwi Media |
| Formerly of | Fin.K.L, SSAK3, Refund Sisters |
| Hangul | 이효리 |
| Hanja | 李孝利 |
| Revised Romanization | I Hyo-ri |
| McCune–Reischauer | Yi Hyori |
| Debut | Member of Fin.K.L |
| Solo Debut Album | “Stylish” |
| Awards | Multiple “Artist of the Year” awards |
| Acting Debut | SBS TV series “Three Leaf Clover” |
| Highest-Paid Female Singer | Contract with Mnet Media |
| Philanthropy | Released charity songs for animal shelters |
| Influential Columns | Online columns with social commentary |
| Animal Rights Activism | Prominent animal rights activist |
| Concert | “Lee Hyori the Invincible” |
| Controversy | Plagiarism accusations and temporary hiatus |
Lee Hyo-ri was born on May 10, 1979. During breakthroughs in her solo music career, she also hosted many TV programs, including Time Machine and Happy Together, which she co-hosted with Yoo Jae-suk in 2006. On April 8, 2008, Lee participated in KBS’s Sang Sang Plus as a co-host alongside Country Kko Kko members Tak Jae-hoon and Shin Jung-hwan. Before leaving in early July, she was one of the initial co-hosts of Change, a show on SBS’s Good Sunday line-up.
20. Charmaine Sheh
| Charmaine Sheh | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Charmaine Sheh Sze-man |
| Date of Birth | 28 May 1975 |
| Nationality | Hong Kong |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Known For | Return of the Cuckoo, War and Beauty, Maidens’ Vow, Line Walker, Story of Yanxi Palace |
| Education | International Hotel Management Institute Switzerland (1994) |
| TV Network | TVB (1998-2012, 2014-2016) |
| Awards | – TVB Anniversary Awards: Best Actress (2006, 2014) |
| Career Break | She left TVB in 2012 to develop her acting career in China |
| Return to TVB | She returned in 2014 for a two-year contract with TVBC |
| Controversy | Faced backlash for liking a post related to the support of the 2019 Hong Kong protests on Instagram |
| Recent Projects | Winter Begonia (2020), The Legend of Xiao Chuo (2020) |
Charmaine Sheh Sze-Man was born on May 28, 1975, in Hong Kong. In 2006, she became the first TVB actress to achieve two major awards at the same TVB Anniversary Awards ceremony, clinching My Favorite Female TV Character and the Best Actress Award for her participation in Maidens’ Vow. Sheh also won the Top Four Actresses Award with Zhao Wei, Ruby Lin and Liu Yifei.
21. Metinee Kingpayom
| Metinee Kingpayom | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Metinee Kingpayom |
| Other Names | Lukkade |
| Nationality | Thai |
| Birthdate | 1972 |
| Birthplace | Maryland, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actress, Model, TV Presenter, Beauty Pageant Titleholder |
| Beauty Pageant Titles | Miss Thailand World 1992, Miss World Asia & Oceania 1992 |
| Notable Achievements | Crowned Continental Queen of Asia & Oceania at Miss World 1992 |
| Modeling Career | Featured on the covers of Elle Thailand and Vogue Thailand |
| Acting Career | Nominated for Best Actress for Manya Ritsaya (1998) |
| Awards | Received Supannahong Awards for debut movie role in Box (1998) |
| Television Presenting | Former Channel V’s VJ Presenter |
| Mentoring Programs | Mentor for The Face Thailand (season 1-4) and The Face Men Thailand (season 1-2) |
| Empowerment Initiatives | Co-established MUSE by METINEE to teach personality empowerment and growth-mindset development techniques |
| Family | Daughter of Thai father and American mother, with three younger brothers |
| Children | Mother of one son |
Metinee Washington Kingpayome was born on June 11, 1972, in Maryland, U.S. to a Thai father and an American mother. She was raised in Queens, New York city with three younger brothers.
After winning the Miss Thailand World title, Kingpayom represented Thailand at the Miss World pageant in South Africa in 1992. There, she was crowned Continental Queen of Asia & Oceania.
22. Davika Hoorne
| Davika Hoorne | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Davika Hoorne |
| Birthdate | May 16, 1992 (age 31) |
| Birthplace | Bangkok, Thailand |
| Other Names | Mai (ใหม่) |
| Occupations | Actress, Model, Singer, YouTuber |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Notable Work | – Mae Nak in Pee Mak |
| Additional Facts | – Made acting debut in 2010 with the lead role in the TV series “Ngao Kammathep” |
Davika Hoorne was born in Bangkok, Thailand. She gained public recognition from her movies; Heart Attack with Sunny Suwanmethanon and Suddenly Twenty. She is also the female lead star of Thailand’s highest-grossing movie of all time, Pee Mak alongside Mario Maurer. Hoorne has collaborated with Korean singer Ali in a music video entitled No Way under Genie Music. She has also collaborated with Vietnamese singer Sơn Tùng M-TP in the music video Run Now or Chạy Ngay Đi in Vietnamese.
23. Victoria Song
| Victoria Song | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Victoria Song |
| Chinese Name | 宋茜 |
| Birthdate | February 2, 1987 |
| Birthplace | Qingdao, Shandong, China |
| Occupations | Singer, Dancer, Actress, Model, Host, Author |
| Musical Career | K-pop, Mandopop, R&B, EDM |
| Years Active | 2008–present |
| Labels | SM Entertainment, Victoria Studio |
| Member of | f(x) |
| Notable Shows | We Got Married, Invincible Youth, When Love Walked In, Beautiful Secret, Moonshine and Valentine |
| Notable Films | My New Sassy Girl, My Best Friend’s Wedding, Wished |
| Awards | Forbes China Celebrity 100 list (2017, 2019, 2020) |
| Education | Beijing Dance Academy |
| Charity Work | Ambassador for blood donation campaigns, UNICEF charity initiatives |
Song Qian was born in Qingdao, Shandong, China. In September 2007, she was first scouted by an SM Entertainment casting agent while participating in a dance competition in Beijing and eventually cast into SM Entertainment after passing the audition under SM Casting System. Song was originally trained to prepare for her modeling and acting career in South Korea.
24. Liu Yifei
| Liu Yifei | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Liu Yifei |
| Birthdate | August 25, 1987 |
| Birthplace | Wuhan, Hubei, China |
| Other Names | Crystal Liu |
| Citizenship | China (before 2002) United States (after 2002) |
| Alma Mater | Beijing Film Academy |
| Occupations | Actress Singer Model |
| Years Active | 2002–present |
| Known as | Fairy Sister |
| International Recognition | Starred as Mulan in the Disney live-action film “Mulan” (2020) earning nominations for prestigious awards |
| Family Background | Parents divorced when she was 10 years old Raised solely by her mother |
| Education | Graduated from the Performance Institute of Beijing Film Academy |
| Notable TV Series | The Story of a Noble Family Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils Chinese Paladin White Vengeance |
| Notable Films | The Forbidden Kingdom Love in Disguise The Assassins Mulan |
| Music Career | Released Japanese single “Mayonaka no Door” (2006) Performed “Reflection” for Mulan (2020) |
| Awards | Best Actress at the Macau International Movie Festival for The Assassins (2012) Most Anticipated Actress (Chinese Film Media Awards) |
| Endorsements | Dior Prestige ambassador Global ambassador of Tissot |
| Controversies | Controversies regarding political statements and cultural identity |
An Feng was born on August 25, 1987. After her admittance into the Beijing Film Academy, she immediately received offers to participate in various TV series. Her TV debut in 2003 was in the period romance drama The Story of a Noble Family (金粉世家), based on Zhang Henshui’s novel of the same name. The series achieved the highest ratings on CCTV, and positive reviews from audience.
25. Lee Hanee
| Lee Hanee | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lee Hanee |
| Birthdate | March 2, 1983 (age 40) |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Other Names | Honey Lee |
| Occupations | Actress, Model, Classical Musician, Beauty Pageant Titleholder |
| Education | Seoul National University |
| Beauty Pageants | Miss Korea 2006 (Winner), Miss Universe 2007 (3rd Runner-Up), Miss Grand Slam 2007 |
| Gayageum Player | Recognized as a Gayageum Prodigy, International Performances, including Carnegie Hall |
| Television Series | The Partner, Pasta, Iron Daughters-in-law, The Rebel |
| Films | Hit, Deranged, Tazza: The Hidden Card, Extreme Job, The Fiery Priest |
| Humanitarian Work | Involvement with UNICEF, Compassion, World Vision |
| Black Belt | Holds a Third-Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo |
| Personal Life | Married in 2021, One Child |
| Notable Awards | Best Newcomer Award (MBC Drama Awards), Daesang Nomination (2021 SBS Drama Awards) |
Lee Hanee was born in Seoul, South Korea, to Lee Sang-eob, a high-ranking official with the National Intelligence Service, and Moon Jae-suk, a PhD in Korean music history and a professor at Ewha Womans University as well as music director of Gimhae City Gayageum Orchestra. Hanne is the middle in a three children family, and has an older sister and a younger brother.
26. Baifern Pimchanok
| Baifern Pimchanok | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Baifern Pimchanok |
| Birthdate | September 30, 1992 |
| Birthplace | Dusit, Bangkok, Thailand |
| Other Names | Baifern |
| Alma Mater | Srinakharinwirot University |
| Occupations | Actress, Model |
| Years Active | 2009 – present |
| Agent | Channel 7 |
| Height | 165 cm (5 ft 5 in) |
| Notable Role | Nam in “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” |
| Sibling | Field Jirathit (Younger Brother) |
| Nationality | Thai |
| Ethnicity | Thai, with Chinese descent |
Pimchanok Luevisadpaibul was born in Dusit, Bangkok, Thailand, on September 30, 1992. She began working in Thai entertainment as a model for famous student shoes while studying grade 6 at primary school.
After that, Pimchanok started to appear in short films, movies, and MVs. She achieved a bachelor’s degree from Srinakharinwirot University in the Filmography department.
27. Shruti Haasan
| Shruti Haasan | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shruti Haasan |
| Birthdate | January 28, 1986 |
| Birthplace | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actress, Playback Singer |
| Languages Known | Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, English |
| Alma Mater | St. Andrew’s College, Mumbai |
| Years Active | 2009–present |
| Awards | – 2 Filmfare Awards South |
| Notable Films | – Gabbar Singh (2012) |
| Significant Roles | – Anaganaga O Dheerudu (2011) |
| Discography | – Released singles and music albums as a playback singer |
| Celebrity Endorsements | – Prominent endorser for various brands and products |
Shruti Haasan was born in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Her first participation in a feature movie was as a child artist in a minor role as the daughter of Vallabhbhai Patel in the Tamil-Hindi bilingual Hey Ram, based on a murder attempt on Mahatma Gandhi, directed by her father Kamal Haasan. After rejecting prominent movie offers, most notably the main role in Venkat Prabhu’s Saroja, reports suggested in late 2007 that Haasan decided to make her actual acting first appearance in 2008 with a movie opposite Madhavan, directed by Nishikant Kamat.
28. Sonam Kapoor
| Sonam Kapoor | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sonam Kapoor Ahuja |
| Birthdate | 9 June 1985 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Spouse | Anand Ahuja |
| Children | 1 |
| Parent | Anil Kapoor (father) |
| Relatives | Rhea Kapoor (sister) Harshvardhan Kapoor (brother) |
| National Film Award | Won: Special Mention for “Neerja” (2016) |
| Filmfare Awards | Won: Best Actress (Critics) for “Neerja” (2016) |
| Commercial Success | Notable roles in “Bhaag Milkha Bhaag” and “Sanju” |
| Social Causes | Advocate for breast cancer awareness and LGBT rights |
| Fashion Influence | Regarded as one of India’s most trendy celebrities |
| Marriage | Married to Anand Ahuja with one child |
Sonam Kapoor Ahuja was born in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. Following a participation in the music video of Coldplay’s “Hymn for the Weekend” (ft Beyoncé), she participated in Ram Madhvani’s biographical thriller Neerja in 2016. She was cast as the eponymic air hostess Neerja Bhanot, who died while trying to save the passengers of the Pan Am Flight 73 which was hijacked in 1986. Kapoor felt responsible towards the project because it is about real events, and met Bhanot’s family as a preparation for her role.
29. Tomomi Itano
| Tomomi Itano | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Tomomi Itano |
| Birthdate | July 3, 1991 |
| Birthplace | Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Other Names | Tomochin (ともちん) |
| Occupations | Recording artist, songwriter, dancer, model, actress |
| Years Active | 2005–present |
| Family | Narumi Itano (younger sister), Keiji Takahashi (husband) |
| Genres | J-pop, R&B, hip-hop, electronic |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, Piano |
| Labels | You, Be Cool! / King |
| Notable Achievements | Former member of AKB48, Solo debut with “Dear J” (2011), Hit singles “Fui ni” (2011), “10nen Go no Kimi e” (2012), “1%” (2013) |
Tomomi Itano was born on July 3, 1991. In an interview with Nihongogo, an Japanese entertainment website, Itano shared her thoughts on switching to a solo artist “In a group you perform as a unit with each member playing a certain character role, however as a solo artist you have to be able to play all the roles at once. You have to take on the roles of being cool, sexy, and cute and although it’s definitely a challenge, it’s something I have to strive for achieving.”
30. Emi Takei
| Emi Takei | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Emi Takei |
| Birthdate | December 25, 1993 (age 29) |
| Birthplace | Nagoya, Aichi, Japan |
| Occupation | Actress, model |
| Years Active | 2007 – present |
| Height | 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in) |
| Spouse | Takahiro |
| Children | 2 |
| Notable Achievements | Youngest recipient of the “Best Dresser Award” |
| Modeling Career | Debuted in Seventeen magazine |
| Acting Career | Starred in TV dramas “Asuko March!” and “Taisetsu na Koto wa Subete Kimi ga Oshiete Kureta” |
| Singing Career | Released the single “Koisuru Kimochi” under Universal Japan |
Emi Takei was born on December 25, 1993, in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. Desiring to become a model, she expressed to her parents on her entry to junior high school that she was going to become a model in the next three years. In 2006, Takei entered the 11th Japan Bishōjo Contest and won in not only one, but also two categories: she archived the Multi-Media Award and the Model Division Award.
31. Satomi Ishihara
| Satomi Ishihara | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Satomi Ishihara |
| Birthdate | December 24, 1986 |
| Birthplace | Tokyo, Japan |
| Nationality | Japanese |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2003–present |
| Agent | Horipro |
| Height | 157 cm (5 ft 2 in) |
| Children | 1 |
| Blood Type | A |
| First Acting Role | Kimi wa Petto (2003) |
| Notable Awards | – Nominated for Best Actress at the Blue Ribbon Awards |
| Popular Roles | Saeko Takahashi in Shitsuren Chocolatier |
| Other Endeavors | Torch relay ambassador for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Pregnancy | Announced pregnancy in January 2022, gave birth in April 2022 |
Kuniko Ishigami was born on December 24, 1986. In 2003, she started her professional acting career at the age of 17 when she participated in the drama Kimi wa Petto, playing as Jun Matsumoto and Koyuki. She has devoted equal time to TV serials and the films. Satomi was nominated for many awards such as Best Actress at the 46th Blue Ribbon Awards for participating in the movie My Grandpa and Best Supporting Actress in the 45th Japan Academy Film Prize for her participation in the film And so the baton is passed.
32. Zhang Jingchu
| Zhang Jingchu | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zhang Jingchu |
| Birthdate | February 2, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Yong’an, Fujian, China |
| Other Names | Jingchu Zhang, Xiao Jingchu |
| Alma Mater | Central Academy of Drama |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2002–present |
| Nationality | Chinese |
| Notable Works | – Peacock (2005): Award-winning performance at the Berlin International Film Festival |
| Awards | – China Film Media Award Best Actress (2005) |
Zhang Jingchu is a Chinese actress. In 2006, she was cast as the tough-talking heroine in the Finnish-Chinese kungfu film Jade Warrior of director A. J. Annila. In the same year, she participated in romantic drama The Road, directed by Lu Chuan. She won over the audience with the maturity shown in Zhang’s acting, and her remarkable ability to touch hearts by interpreting the different stages of a Chinese woman’s life.
33. Ming-Na Wen
| Ming Na Wen | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ming-Na Wen |
| Birthdate | November 20, 1963 |
| Birthplace | Coloane, Portuguese Macau |
| Citizenship | United States |
| Education | Carnegie Mellon University (BFA) |
| Occupations | Actress, model |
| Notable Works | – Voiced Mulan in the animated film Mulan and its sequel |
| Languages | Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin |
| Spouses | – Kirk Aanes (m. 1990; div. 1993) |
| Children | 2 |
| Awards | – Annie Award winner for voicing Mulan in the animated film |
Actress, model Ming-Na Wen was born on November 20, 1963. She provided the main character’s voice in the animated film Mulan in 1998, its direct-to-video sequel, Mulan II, and also the video game Kingdom Hearts II, subsequently winning an Annie Award. She voiced Detective Ellen Yin in the animated series The Batman, and Aki Ross in the computer animated movie Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within.
34. Tara Sutaria
| Tara Sutaria | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Tara Sutaria |
| Birthdate | November 19, 1995 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Education | St. Andrew’s College of Arts, Science and Commerce |
| Occupation | Actress, Singer, Dancer |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Debut Film | “Student of the Year 2” (2019) |
| Known For | Marjaavaan, Tadap, Heropanti 2, Ek Villain Returns |
| Awards | Zee Cine Award for Best Female Debut |
| Other Talents | Trained in classical ballet, modern dance, and Latin American dances |
| Philanthropy | Supporter of animal welfare and feminism |
| Brand Endorsements | Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Hazoorilal Legacy Jewellers, Nature 4 Nature |
| Rankings | Times’ 50 Most Desirable Women List |
Tara Sutaria was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India into a Parsi Zoroastrian family. She has a twin sister named Pia. Both trained in modern dance, classical ballet and Latin American dances at the Imperial Society for Teachers of Dancing, United Kingdom and the School of Classical Ballet and Western Dance, Royal Academy of Dance, United Kingdom. Sutraia began her professional singing career at the age of 7, having sung in competitions and operas since then.
35. Yunjin Kim
| Yunjin Kim | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Yunjin Kim |
| Birthdate | November 7, 1973 |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Nationality | South Korean-born American |
| Occupation | Film and theater actress |
| Known For | Sun-Hwa Kwon in “Lost,” Bang-Hee in “Shiri,” Mistresses, XO, Kitty |
| Alma Mater | Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, Boston University |
| Languages | Korean, English |
| Skills | Trained dancer, martial arts fighter |
| Breakthrough Film | “Shiri” (1999) |
| Notable TV Series | “Lost,” “Mistresses,” “Ms. Ma, Nemesis” |
| Recent Projects | Money Heist: Korea – Joint Economic Area, XO, Kitty |
| Spouse | Park Jeong-hyeok (married in March 2010) |
Kim Yun-jin is a South Korean actress. After graduation, she devoted herself full-time to acting. She garnered many minor parts on MTV, in soap opera-style dramas on ABC, and on the off-Broadway stage. In 1997, Kim participated in Splendid Holiday, a Korean television drama shot on location in New York. She decided to return to Korea. Kim was cast in the television drama Wedding Dress and was also invited to appear in Lee Kwangmo’s feature Spring in My Hometown, although she ended up rejecting this role.
36. Sonoya Mizuno
| Sonoya Mizuno | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sonoya Mizuno |
| Birthdate | July 1, 1986 (age 37) |
| Birthplace | Tokyo, Japan |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupations | Actress, model, ballet dancer |
| Known For | Ex Machina, Maniac, House of the Dragon, Devs, Crazy Rich Asians |
| Education | Royal Ballet School |
| Notable Collaborations | Alex Garland (Ex Machina, Annihilation, Men, Devs) |
| Notable Films | Ex Machina (2014), La La Land (2016), Crazy Rich Asians (2018) |
| Notable TV Roles | Devs, Maniac, House of the Dragon |
| Modelling Career | Chanel, Alexander McQueen, Saint Laurent, Louis Vuitton |
| Dance Background | Trained at the Royal Ballet School, worked with ballet companies such as Semperoper Ballet, Ballet Ireland, New English Ballet Theatre, Scottish Ballet |
| Notable Music Videos | “Wide Open” by The Chemical Brothers and Beck, “Nikes” by Frank Ocean |
Sonoya Mizuno was born in Tokyo, Japan, on July 1, 1986 and raised in Somerset, England. Her father is Japanese and her mother is of half Argentine and half English descent . She graduated from the Royal Ballet School before dancing with many ballet companies, including Semperoper Ballet in Dresden, Scottish Ballet, Ballet Ireland, and New English Ballet Theatre.
37. Freida Pinto
| Freida Pinto | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Freida Pinto |
| Birthdate | October 18, 1984 |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Alma Mater | St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2005–present |
| Spouse | Cory Tran (m. 2020) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Film Debut | Slumdog Millionaire (2008) |
| Notable Films | Rise of the Planet of the Apes (2011), Trishna (2011), Desert Dancer (2014) |
| Awards and Nominations | BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role (nominated), Palm Springs International Film Festival Award for Breakthrough Performance (won) |
| Humanitarian Work | Promotes humanitarian causes and women’s empowerment |
| Early Ambitions | Resolved to become an actress at a young age, participated in amateur plays during college |
| Modeling Career | Worked as a model for two and a half years before transitioning to acting |
Freida Selena Pinto was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Western India, on October 18, 1984, to Mangalorean Catholic parents from Mangalore, Karnataka, South India. Her father, Frederick Pinto, was a senior branch manager for the Bank of Baroda in Bandra, West Mumbai, and her mother, Sylvia Pinto, was the principal of St. John’s Universal School in Goregaon, West Mumbai.
38. Katrina Kaif
| Katrina Kaif | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Katrina Kaif |
| Birthdate | July 16, 1983 |
| Birthplace | British Hong Kong |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2003–present |
| Spouse | Vicky Kaushal (m. 2021) |
| Relatives | Kaushal family |
| Awards | Four Screen Awards, Four Zee Cine Awards |
| Famous For | Dancing ability in successful item numbers |
| Language | English, Hindi |
| Education | Home-schooled |
| Debut Film | “Boom” (2003) |
| Notable Films | “Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?”, “Namastey London”, “New York”, “Dhoom 3” |
| Commercial Success | “Ek Tha Tiger”, “Tiger Zinda Hai”, “Bharat” |
Katrina Turquotte was born on 16 July 1983, in British Hong Kong with her mother’s surname Turquotte (also spelt Turcotte). Her mother, Suzanne, is an English charity worker and lawyer, and her father, Mohammed Kaif, is a British businessman of Kashmiri descent. She has 7 siblings: 3 elder sisters named Christine, Stephanie, and Natasha; 3 younger sisters named Melissa, Isabel, and Sonia; and 1 elder brother named Sebastien.
39. Mehwish Hayat
| Mehwish Hayat | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mehwish Hayat |
| Birthdate | January 6, 1988 |
| Birthplace | Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan |
| Occupation | Actress, Singer |
| Debut Film | Jawani Phir Nahi Ani (2015) |
| Notable Films | Actor in Law (2016), Punjab Nahi Jaungi (2017), Load Wedding (2018), London Nahi Jaunga (2022) |
| Television Career | Meray Qatil Meray Dildar (2012), Kami Reh Gayi (2013), Dil Lagi (2016) |
| Marvel TV Series | Ms. Marvel (2022) |
| Awards | Lux Style Award, Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (2019) |
| Family Background | Mother: Rukhsar Hayat, Siblings: Zeeshan (singer-composer), Afsheen (singer), Danish (actor), Sister-in-law: Faiza Ashfaq (model) |
| Controversies | Rumors about relationship with Dawood Ibrahim (unsubstantiated) |
Actress, singer Mehwish Hayat was born in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, on 6 January 1988, to Rukhsar Hayat, a popular TV actress during the 1980s. Hayat’s older sister, Afsheen, is a singer while her eldest brother, Zeeshan, is a singer-composer. Another older brother, Danish Hayat, is an actor and, through him, she is the sister-in-law of model Faiza Ashfaq. In 2020, Hayat was reported to be in a relationship with Dawood Ibrahim, a crime lord on India’s most-wanted list.
40. Solenn Heussaff
| Solenn Heussaff | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Solenn Marie Adea Heussaff-Bolzico |
| Born | July 20, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Occupations | Actress, Model, Singer |
| Years Active | 2000–present |
| Known For | Survivor Philippines: Celebrity Showdown |
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) |
| Spouse | Nico Bolzico |
| Children | 2 (Thylane Katana Bolzico and Maëlys Lionel Bolzico) |
| Relatives | Anne Curtis (sister-in-law), Erwan Heussaff (brother) |
| Recording Contract | Signed a recording contract with MCA Music |
| Movie Contract | Signed a movie contract with Regal Entertainment |
| Television Contract | Signed a television contract with GMA Network and |
| Education | Studied fashion design in Studio Berçot, Paris |
| Endorsements | Pop Cola, Kotex, Vitress Hair Solutions, Asian |
| Music Career | Released self-titled debut album in 2011 |
Solenn Marie Adea Heussaff was born on July 20, 1985 , in Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines, to Louis Paul Heussaff, a former sailor in the French Navy from Douarnenez, in Brittany, who is currently the head of a service company SOS, for the petroleum industry, and Cynthia Adea, a Filipina. She has a younger brother named Erwan and an older sister named Vanessa.
41. Meisa Kuroki
| Meisa Kuroki | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Meisa Kuroki |
| Birthdate | 28 May 1988 |
| Birthplace | Nago, Okinawa, Japan |
| Other Names | Meisa Kuroki 黒木 メイサ |
| Occupations | Actress, Model, Singer |
| Years Active | 2004–present |
| Height | 1.65 m (5 ft 5 in) |
| Spouse | Jin Akanishi |
| Children | Daughter (Theia), Son |
| Agency | Sweet Power |
| Record Label | Sony Music Japan |
| Modeling Career | Featured in JJ magazine and other fashion magazines |
| Representative | Epson, Giorgio Armani |
| Notable Works | Medaka, Haikei Chichiue-sama, Kaze no Garden, Shinzanmono, Ninkyo Helper |
| Filmography | Chakushin Ari: Final, Vexille, Subaru, Space Battleship Yamato |
| Music Career | Debut song “Like This,” EPs “Hellcat” and “Attitude,” studio album “Magazine” |
| Brand Endorsements | Emporio Armani, L’Oréal |
Satsuki Shimabukuro was born in Nago, Okinawa, Japan. In February 2004, she had her first acting performance in the Kōhei Tsuka play Atami Satsujin Jiken: Pyonyang Kara Kita Onna Keiji (The Atami Murder Case.) Since her debut Kuroki has kept on performing in theater, especially in the Azumi stage productions in 2005, 2006, the musical Endless Shock, and most recently in Onna Nobunaga and Hiryuden 2010: Last Princess.
42. Victoria Loke
| Victoria Loke | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Victoria Loke |
| Chinese Name | 陆詠怡 (Lù Yǒngyí) |
| Date of Birth | February 11, 1992 |
| Place of Birth | Singapore |
| Nationality | Singaporean |
| Occupation | Actress, Activist, Model |
| Notable Role | Fiona Tung-Cheng in “Crazy Rich Asians” |
| Education | New York University, Gallatin School of Individualized Study |
| Training | Drama, Speech, Classical Ballet, Tae Kwon Do |
| Musical Abilities | Guitar, Piano, Percussion |
| Modeling Experience | Music videos, Brand campaigns, Commercials |
| Activism | Co-founder of #AsianGirl art series, Advocacy for gender equality and empowerment |
| Notable Films | “Crazy Rich Asians,” “China Rich Girlfriend” (upcoming) |
| Philanthropy | Worked with the Singapore Committee for UN Women, Advocacy for the rights of sex workers and domestic workers |
Singaporean actress, model Victoria Loke was born on February 11, 1992. She made her debut in music videos for Anthony Cruz, Talib Kweli, and Natural Elements. Loke modeled in brand campaigns and commercials for international street-wear labels and website pictorials for Coca-Cola, Avon, Hypebeast, MTV, Swagger New York, Bastards of Young Indonesia, RADO LOUNGE, and Dis Magazine.
43. Claudia Kim
| Claudia Kim | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Claudia Kim |
| Birthdate | January 25, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Seoul, South Korea |
| Other Names | 김수현 (Kim Soo-hyun) |
| Alma Mater | Ewha Womans University (International Studies) |
| Occupations | Actress, Model |
| Years Active | 2005-present |
| Agent(s) | YG Entertainment (Korea), United Talent Agency (US) |
| Spouse | Matthew Shampine |
| Children | 1 |
| Korean Name | 김수현 |
| Television Series | Queen of the Game, Marco Polo, Standby |
| Films | Avengers: Age of Ultron, The Dark Tower, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald, Behind Every Star |
| Notable Achievements | Winner of Korea-China modeling competition, New Star award at the SBS Awards for Acting |
| Recent Project | Gyeongseong Creature (upcoming) |
| Women in Film Gala | Attended as the first Korean actress |
| Dietary Preference | Pescetarian |
Korean actress, model Kim Soo-hyun was born on January 25, 1985. She participated in supporting roles in 2011 medical drama Brain and 2013 spy comedy 7th Grade Civil Servant, as well as a leading role in the 2012 sitcom Standby. Kim gained international attention for her participations in Marco Polo in 2014 and Avengers: Age of Ultron in 2015. She also portrayed Nagini in the 2018 movie Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald.
44. Zhang Yuqi
| Zhang Yuqi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Zhang Yuqi |
| Birthdate | August 8, 1987 |
| Birthplace | Dezhou, Shandong province, China |
| Other Names | Kitty Zhang |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Major Film Roles | Mrs. Yuen in the film “CJ7” Ruo Lan in the film “The Mermaid” |
| Career Breakthrough | Gained media attention through her role in “CJ7” |
| Early Career | Attended acting school in Shanghai at the age of 15 |
| Notable Films | “Shaolin Girl” (2008) “All About Women” (2008) “Jump” (2009) “Curse of the Deserted” (2010) “The Butcher, the Chef and the Swordsman” (2010) “White Deer Plain” (2012) “Dearest” (2014) “Lost in the Pacific” (2015) “The Mermaid” (2016) “The Golden Monk” (2017) “Legend of the Demon Cat” (2017) |
| Awards and Recognition | Chinese American Film Festival – Best Actress for “White Deer Plain” (2012) Beijing College Student Film Festival – Most Popular Actress Asian Film Awards – Best Supporting Actress for “Legend of the Demon Cat” (2017) |
| Relationships | Married Wang Quan’an and divorced in 2015 Married businessman Yuan Bayuan in October 2016 and divorced in September 2018 |
Zhang Yuqi is a Chinese actress who was born on August 8, 1987. In 2012, she was cast in the role of Qian Xuesen’s wife, Jiang Ying in the biopic of the author. Zhang then participated in the film adaptation of the Chinese literary classic White Deer Plain written by Chen Zhongshi. She stars Tian Xiao He, a sensual, illiterate woman who follows her instincts. The role gave a challenge to her, as it involved close scenes.
45. Liza Soberano
| Liza Soberano | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Liza Soberano |
| Birthdate | January 4, 1998 |
| Birthplace | Santa Clara, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | Filipino-American |
| Other Names | Liza, Hope, Hopie |
| Education | Psychology |
| Alma Mater | St. Patrick High School (Quezon City, Philippines), Southville International School |
| Occupations | Actress, Model, Singer, Endorser |
| Years Active | 2011–present |
| Agent(s) | Star Magic (2011–2022), Careless Music Manila (2022–present) |
| Height | 1.68 m (5 ft 6 in) |
| Partner | Enrique Gil (2014-present) |
| Notable Productions | Forevermore, My Ex and Whys, Alone/Together, Dolce Amore, Make It with You |
| Awards | GMMSF Box-Office Entertainment Award for Box Office Queen (2017) |
| Advocacies | Mental health awareness, COVID-19 crisis response |
| Philanthropy | Active involvement in various charitable causes |
Hope Elizabeth Soberano was born on January 4, 1998. When she was 12, she was offered modeling work for print ads after relocating to Manila. Soberano was targeted by a talent scout and introduced to Ogie Diaz, her new talent manager at the age of 13. Her talent manager told her to learn Filipino so she could land successful TV and movie projects because she couldn’t speak the language at the time.
46. Maya Ali
| Maya Ali | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Maya Ali |
| Birthdate | July 27, 1989 |
| Birthplace | Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Other Names | Maryam Tanveer Ali |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Education | Queen Mary College (MSc) |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Notable Work | Mann Mayal, Diyar-e-Dil, Parey Hut Love |
| Awards | Lux Style Awards, Hum Awards |
Maryam Tanveer Ali was born in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. She started off well with a small role in drama Durr-e-Shahwar, telecasted on Hum TV in 2012. Ali played Mahnoor in this drama. Her role is not very descriptive except that she is a younger sister of Durr-e-Shahwar who was played by actor Sanam Baloch and was born in a rich family and she always gives respect to her elder sister.
47. Jing Lusi
| Jing Lusi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jing Lusi |
| Date of Birth | May 16, 1985 |
| Birthplace | Pudong, Shanghai |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Known For | Stan Lee’s Lucky Man, Crazy Rich Asians, Gangs of London |
| Film Debut | Survivor (2015) |
| Notable Films | Crazy Rich Asians, SAS: Red Notice |
| Notable TV Series | Stan Lee’s Lucky Man, Gangs of London |
| Stage Performances | Original cast of Amy Herzog’s play 4000 Miles |
| Education | University College London (Law degree) |
| BBC Presentations | My Chinese New Year, Chinese New Year: The Biggest Celebration on Earth |
| Critically Acclaimed Theatre Performance | 4000 Miles |
| Fringe Festival Performance | Immigrant Diaries |
| Hosted Events | Chinese New Year celebrations in Trafalgar Square |
| BBC One Program | My Chinese New Year |
Jing Lusi was born on May 10, 1985. Her first TV role was in the BBC’s medical drama series Holby City. She made her first appearance in 2012, playing Tara Lo. In 2013, Lusi left the cast when her character died during neurosurgery, her final episode was aired on 16 April 2013. She has participated in TV shows such as Stan Lee’s Lucky Man as the villainous Lily-Anne Lau alongside James Nesbitt, played detectives in Scott & Bailey and Gangs of London.
48. Carmen Soo
| Carmen Soo | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Carmen Soo |
| Birthdate | October 14, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia |
| Nationality | Malaysian |
| Ethnicity | Chinese |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in business management |
| Languages | Malay, Cantonese, English, Tagalog |
| Residence | Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia |
| Occupation | Model, Actress, TV Host |
| Modeling Experience | Started modeling at age 17, pursued career in Hong Kong |
| Height | 156 cm (just under 5’1″) |
| Notable Brands | Longines, Celcom, Uniqlo Malaysia |
| Filmography | Jackie Chan’s “Gorgeous”, “Kahit Isang Saglit”, HBO Asia’s “Dead Mine”, “Ghost Child” |
| TV Appearances | ABS-CBN’s “Kahit Isang Saglit”, “Your Song: Beautiful Girl”, TV5’s “Si Paco at ang Prinsesa” |
| Other Endeavors | Part owner of boutique ‘Kushi’ in Bangsar, Judge on “It’s Showtime”, Co-host on “Wowowee” |
Soo Wai Ming was born on October 14, 1977 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She started modeling at the age of 17 and relocated to Hong Kong when she was 20 to pursue modeling career, which has brought her all over Asia, including Singapore. At 5’1″ (just under 156 cm) tall, her petite size is not helping to catwalk modeling, hence most of her shoots tend to be print and TV commercials.
49. Yukie Nakama
| Yukie Nakama | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Yukie Nakama |
| Birthdate | October 30, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Urasoe, Okinawa, Japan |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer, Former Idol |
| Career Breakthrough | Played Sadako in “Ring 0: Birthday” (2000) |
| Notable Drama | Lead role in the popular TV drama “Trick” |
| Popular TV Series | Starred in “Gokusen” (2002), a live-action adaptation of a popular manga |
| Commercial Appearances | Featured in commercials for various companies including Nissin Foods, Glico, Lotte, Asahi, Shiseido, au by KDDI |
| Spokesperson | Represented Japan Railways and the Japanese Tax Agency |
| Marital Status | Married actor Tetsushi Tanaka in September 2014 |
| Children | Gave birth to twin sons in June 2018 |
Yukie Nakama was born on October 30, 1979. In 2000, she demonstrated her comedy talent with her lead role in the Japanese TV drama Trick which got so popular that it had 2 additional seasons and 4 movie versions, but it was the top-rating television series Gokusen, a live-action version of the popular manga, that established her as one of Japan’s most popular and bankable actresses in 2002. Gokusen continued on for 3 seasons, which had many cameo participations by actors who were on former seasons.
50. Fiona Fussi
| Fiona Fussi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Fiona Fussi |
| Birthdate | January 25, 1996 |
| Nationality | Hong Kong-Austrian |
| Occupation | Fashion Model, Actress |
| Education | United World College of South East Asia |
| Languages | English, German, Cantonese, Mandarin |
| Notable Achievements | Winner of Elite Model Look Singapore 2011 |
| Brand Endorsements | L’Oreal Paris, Acuvue Define, Audi Fashion Festival |
| Represented By | Basic Models Management (Singapore) |
| Television Series | Last Madame (2019), Oppa, Saranghae! (2023) |
Singaporean fashion model Fiona Fussi was born on January 25, 1996. She was the face of Audi Fashion Festival, a huge fashion event in Singapore in 2012.
In 2014, she became the first Singaporean model ambassador to represent global beauty brand L’Oreal Paris in Asia. L’Oreal Paris has always been hiring celebrity endorsement in Asia.