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Bollywood actresses who portrayed the role of an air hostess on the big screen

Nowadays, Bollywood actresses are not just a showpiece in movies. They play substantial characters and also their profession is given importance in the narrative. Recently, we heard that Shraddha Kapoor will be seen playing the role of an air hostess in the upcoming film Baaghi 3. Well, she won't be the first actress to portray the character of an air hostess on the silver screen.

So, today let’s look at the actresses who have played the role of an air hostess on the big screen…


Madhuri Dixit

1994 release Anjaam had Madhuri Dixit playing the role of an air hostess. Shah Rukh Khan’s character in the film falls in love with Madhuri’s character and starts following her in her flights. There’s also a song that was shot on the backdrop of an airport. It is clearly one of the best performances of Madhuri Dixit.

Bipasha Basu

In Rohit Shetty’s directorial debut Zameen, Bipasha Basu played the role of an air hostess. Her flight gets hijacked and Bipasha’s character very well manages the situation. The movie didn’t do well at the box office, but Bipasha’s performance was appreciated.

Soha Ali Khan

Soha Ali Khan in her debut film, Dil Maange More, played the role of an air hostess. The movie showcased how Soha’s character opts to shift to Mumbai from a small town to fulfill her dreams. The movie starred Shahid Kapoor opposite Soha in the film.

Alia Bhatt

Alia Bhatt’s character in Badrinath Ki Dulhania runs away on the day of her wedding to become an air hostess. The movie was a love story but tackled the issue of dowry system in our country. Well, we must say that Alia actually looked like a proper air hostess in the film.

Sonam Kapoor

Sonam Kapoor played the role of an air hostess in Neerja. She was simply outstanding in the film and even won a National Award for her performance. The movie was a biopic on Neerja Bhanot who died while saving the life of people on a hijacked flight.

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