Actor Priya Bapat has achieved a major milestone in her career, surpassing Bollywood legend Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on IMDB's list of most popular Indian celebrities.
This achievement marks a significant breakthrough for Marathi cinema, as Priya continues to shine not only in regional films but also in the Hindi OTT space.
Priya, known for her versatile acting, recently secured the second position on the IMDB rankings, following the release of the trailer for her upcoming series Raat Jawaan Hai.
The series, centered on the challenges of parenting faced by three friends, has already piqued audience interest. Priya's performance and growing popularity have earned her a spot just behind Ishaan Khatter, who holds the top position for the third consecutive week.
Overwhelmed with the recognition, Priya shared her gratitude on social media, saying, "I am overjoyed to be ranked second on IMDB’s list of popular Indian celebrities this week. This acknowledgment is a testament to the hard work of every artist, and I’m incredibly thankful to IMDB for this recognition.
I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all my fans who continue to support and love my work. I am eagerly looking forward to my upcoming projects this year, and I hope the audience enjoys them as much as I’ve enjoyed working on them."
This week’s IMDB rankings also highlighted other notable actors in Indian cinema. Soham Shah grabbed the fifth spot following the re-release of Tumbbad, while Vikrant Massey climbed to the ninth position after the OTT release of his crime thriller Sector 36.
Deepak Dobriyal, Vikrant’s co-star, took the 37th position. Tripti Dimri ranked eighth due to the buzz surrounding her upcoming film Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, and her co-star Rajkummar Rao stood at the 21st spot.
Bollywood heavyweights Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan claimed third, fourth, sixth, and thirteenth positions, respectively.
Priya Bapat's rise on the IMDB rankings highlights a significant moment for Marathi cinema. With several exciting projects lined up, Priya is all set to continue her journey of success in both Marathi and Hindi entertainment.