He was the first Indian film actor to be elected as a member of parliament.
Rajinikanth has been called the most popular Indian film actor of his time.
The film employed many Indian actors, some of whose screen roles mirror their real lives.
The movie also has the distinction of first 'double-role' played by any Indian actor.
Ponvannan is an Indian film actor, who has played supporting roles throughout his career.
It features Indian actors in some of its productions.
She is the highest-ranked Indian actor on the list.
Manish Paul is an Indian television actor who comes from a family of financial experts.
This was Indian actor Sabu's last film, released only a few months after his death.
Since then, several other Indian film actors have entered politics, but none have had more durable careers.