IE 100 The most powerful Indians: Shah Rukh Khan, Alia Bhatt, Kangana Ranaut in the l

Some stars never go out of vogue, and in 2022, Bollywood superstars Shah Rukh Khan and Akshay Kumar have proved that new actors might impress, but Khan and Kumar continue to stay relevant. Other Bollywood personalities who also feature in IE 100: The most powerful Indians l are lyric and censor board chief Prasoon Joshi, Gangubai Kathiawadi star Alia Bhatt, and Manikarnika actor Kangana Ranaut.

82. Shah Rukh Khan, 56
Actor, producer, sports entrepreneur (2021 Rank: New)
Shah Rukh Khan
Why
He is the guru of reinvention. He has shaped the entertainment industry for three decades and is back in an action-hero avatar with Pathaan and filmmaker Atlee’s double-role thriller Lion. In the midst of the controversy around his son, he maintained a stoic silence and retained the loyalty of the brands associated with him.
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With SRK+, he is set to revolutionise the OTT space, be it independently or in association with Disney Hotstar.
What Next
After critically acclaimed titles like Badla, Bard of Blood, Bob Biswas and Love Hostel, his Red Chillies is working on two women-themed films, one, about two women finding love in exceptional circumstances and another about a journal speaking truth to power.
the way
He loves hanging out in Dubai, and is terrified of riding horses.
94. Kangana Ranaut, 34
Actor & Producer (New)
Kangana Ranaut
Why
With four National Awards, this Padma Shri recipient has proved that commerce respects talent even if you are on a solitary road. She continues to make headlines with her no-holds-barred opinions, engaging in blering debates with critics on all public platforms. She is the poster girl of pop nationalism.
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turning producer with Manikarnika and having done Thalaivi, the biopic on actor-politician J Jayalalithaa, she is determined to push female-driven narratives and direct them herself. Considered close to the establishment, she advocates its stance through social media posts and was invited to the swearing-in of the UP CM.
What Next
Watch out for Dhaakad and Tejas. directing a feature titled Emergency and playing the lead in Sita, she is foregrounding subterranean politico-cultural viewpoints in the popular space.
the way
She is heavily into spirituality.
96. Akshay Kumar, 54
Actor and producer (New)
Akshay Kumar
Why
He is the most visible barometer of the public pulse. Calling himself a producer’s actor, his sustained hits in the film industry prove that he is in the business called Bollywood. From action hero, comic, Everyman, crusader and now anti-hero, he has delivered in all genres. He kept the industry afloat with his Bellbottom, Sooryavanshi and Bachchan Pandey, earning close to Rs 200 crore in the pandemic gap years.
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Known to be an astute businessman who values time, budgets and co-stars, the Padma Shri recipient is the industry’s most bankable star. FMCG brands love him.
What Next
He will be playing the role of Prithviraj Chauhan in YRF’s next and an archaeolog on the trail of the Ram Setu.

the way
He prefers not to eat after sunset and sleeps 9 pm.
97. Alia Bhatt, 29
Actor, Producer (New)
Alia Bhatt
Why
After establishing herself as a versatile and emotive actor at a relatively young age, she has proved herself to be a crowd-puller of the Rs 100 crore-plus club with Gangubai Kathiawadi, where she literally carried the film on her shoulders. It played a crucial role in drawing viewers back to the cinema halls in large numbers.
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With SS Rajamouli’s big budget RRR and the magnum opus Brahmastra, she is the queen of the sweepstakes. She’s also signed an international spy thriller, Heart of Stone, featuring Gal Gadot.
What Next
The actor is on a mould-breaking spree with Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani and the all-woman road film Jee LeZaraa. Darlings, a dark comedy co-produced her Eternal Sunshine Production, is supposed to release this year.
the Way
Bhatt likes nature photography.
99. Prasoon Joshi, 50
Adman, Lyric, Cbfc chief (New)
Prasoon Joshi
Why
One of the prominent lyrics of Hindi cinema and top-ranking adman, Joshi has been chairman of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) since 2017. Winner of the Indian Personality of the Year award during the International Film Festival of India, Goa, last year, he played a key role in digitising CBFC.
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Has worked on the Government’s social messaging as is evident from the appeal of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, polio eradication, malnutrition and child rights campaigns.
What Next
He has the tough task to convince filmmakers about a new draft proposal to amend the Cinematograph Act of 1952, which will give the Centre revisional powers.
the way
He is a good singer.