Noyonika
has been the queen of the ramp for over a decade. She was one of the
first models to break the stereotype of light-skinned models. Till
today, her warm complexion is her biggest asset. She not only walks the
ramp but also trains new models and choreographs shows. They have become
much more than people who represent the vision of the designer. Today, a
model is a brand in herself and represents the fashion fraternity as a
whole. Here are the Top 10 female models who have completely transformed
the face of the Indian fashion industry.
2. Nina Manuel
She
was a part of the new wave of dusky models who were taking the fash
frat by storm. She is one of the most celebrated models in the country
today owing to her blessed looks and potential.
3. Madhu Sapre
Madhu
Sapre scandalised the nation when she had a naked photoshoot with
co-model Milind Soman. She was one of the boldest models and was
catalytic in bringing about a revolutionary change in the perception of
models in India.
4. Sheetal Mallar
Sheetal
beat Madhu Sapre to win the Femina Look of the Year in 1994 and there
was no looking back for her post it. After her stay on top for years,
Sheetal bid adieu to the ramp last year.
5. Diandra Soares
Diandra
was probably the first bald model to ever be seen on the runway.
Huffington Post described her as the most beautiful bald model ever
seen. Her knack for being passionately different led her to the top of
her game.
6. Bipasha Basu
Before
she became an actress, Bipasha was a top-notch model. She won the
Gladrags Supermodel Hunt early in her career and was one of the most
sought after models of her time. She reportedly got bored of modelling
which is why she moved on to acting and found success there too.
7. Nethra Raghuraman
This
South Indian beauty has been a prominent face on the ramp and the tele
screens for years. Shehas worked in several acclaimed movies but her
first love remains modelling and fashion lovers will never complain.
8. Ujjwala Raut
Ujjwala
Raut can be called the most successful model in terms of international
acclaim. Having walked the ramp for Roberto Cavalli, Dolce and Gabbana,
Gucci, Valentino, Oscar de la Renta and Victoria's Secret, Ujjwala is
the most recognised Indian face on the international fashion scene.
9. Carol Gracias
Her
beautiful complexion commands admiration whenever she struts down the
runway. She showed the world her professionalism with the way she
handled her infamous wardrobe malfunction. Till date, her presence at
any show adds class to it.
10. Jesse Randhawa
Jesse
is also known as the runway tigress. Her magnanimous presence at the
ramp overshadows all others. Married to choreographer Sandeep Soparkar,
Jesse has also evolved to become a great dancer. Modelling or dancing,
Jesse knows how to do it best.
