Film stars often change their names before making their debut in the industry. Usually, they opt for a name that will suit their personality and stardom. From Akshay Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan to Dilip Kumar, Rajesh Khanna and Rajinikanth, many actors have changed their names. Similarly, there are many famous actresses too who have changed their names.
Roja
Roja Selvamani is the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Youth Advancement of Andhra Pradesh. The actress-turned-politician is widely known as Roja, but her real name is Sri Latha Reddy. She was one of the leading actresses in Tamil and Telugu films from 1991 to 2002.
Sridevi
One of the top actresses of Bollywood was Sridevi, who used to enchant the audience with her amazing performances in movies like Chandni, Mr India, Nagina, ChaalBaaz, Lamhe and English Vinglish. However, her real name was Shree Amma Yanger Ayyapan. Her last movie as a lead was Mom with her last appearance being in Aanand L Rai’s Zero.
Nayanthara
Often called the ‘Lady Superstar’, Nayanthara is a prominent face in the South industries and is one of the highest-paid actresses in India. Her real name is Diana Mariam Kurian. She recently marked her debut as a lead in Bollywood with Shah Rukh Khan’s Jawan. She was last seen in Annapoorani: The Goddess of Food.
Nadia Moidu
Nadia Moidu, aka, Nadhiya, is an Indian actress who has worked extensively in various South Industries. Debuting in 1984 with the Malayalam movie Nokketha Doorathu Kannum Nattu, she won the Filmfare Award for Best Actress. But, did you know that her real name is Zareena Moidu? She was last seen in the 2023 release Let’s Get Married.
Nagma
Nandita Arvind Morarji, aka, Nagma is an Indian actress turned politician. She gained immense fame after her cinematic debut in the movie Baaghi opposite Salman Khan in 1990. She has worked on other hits like Suhaag, Kadhalan, King Uncle and Lal Baadshah to name a few.
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