Instagram is one of the most popular social networking apps in the market right now. Unlike Facebook, the crowd on Instagram is still young, and thus, is preferred more by most users. Instagram offers users a platform that is versatile but still efficient and clean. Moreover, Instagram is constantly rolling out new features, which keeps things interesting. With the advent of Reels that have a much wider (and far more organic) reach, things have never looked better for content creators on the platform. With so many people flocking to Instagram for entertainment, it is not surprising that many Indian personalities have millions of followers on it. With that, we bring you the 15 most followed Indians on Instagram.
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Now, let’s get back to our list of the most followed Indians on Instagram. (As of May 2023)
15. Sunny Leone – 54.5 million followers
Karenjit Kaur, popularly known as Sunny Leone is a former adult film star who now prominently works in the Hindi entertainment industry. She has appeared in movies like Mastizaade, Ragini MMS 2, and One Night Stand. Despite facing a lot of criticism from people, Sunny Leone has gained popularity among the masses in India. She is famous for her appearances in MTV’s Splitsvilla and is also a successful entrepreneur with her own makeup line. Her Instagram is filled with photos from her daily life and shoots.
14. Disha Patani – 57.9 million followers
Known for her sizzling hot looks and her rigorous martial arts training, Disha Patani is an Indian actress and model. Having started her acting career with the Telugu movie Loafer, the star has also appeared in several successful Hindi movies like M.S Dhoni: The Untold Story, Bharat and Baaghi. She has partnered with Calvin Klein on various occasions, the latest being its Spring 2023 collection.
13. Salman Khan – 61.7 million followers
The humanitarian Salman Khan is number 13 on our list of the most followed Indians on Instagram. He is one of the best actors in Hindi cinema and is widely appreciated for his action and romance movies. Considered to be the most eligible bachelor of Bollywood, the star has had a career of over 35 years that has won him several deserving accolades and awards. The cultural impact this man has had on every 90s kid’s life is something that no one will ever forget.
12. Anushka Sharma – 64.1 million followers
Anushka Sharma is one of the most successful actors in Bollywood. She is also the co-owner of Clean Slate Films which has given us thrilling movies and shows such as NH10, Paatal Lok, Bulbbul and Pari. Married to the greatest cricketer of our times, Virat Kholi, the couple have taken over the internet with their photos and sneak peeks of their daughter, Vamika.
11. Akshay Kumar – 64.9 million followers
Another 80s hero who has proven his versatility, Akshay Kumar is one of the best actors in the Indian Film Industry. He is known for starring in movies that break taboos and send strong messages to the public. His movies show a sense of patriotism which is very well-received by the audience in India. Besides this taboo-breaking, nationalist movies, the star is considered to be an icon of Indian comedy who has given us movies like Hera Pheri, Welcome and Houseful.
10. Urvashi Rautela- 65.3 million followers
Do I need to give you an introduction? Her controversial Insta bio says it all! She is famous for her fashion and for flaunting her posh life on social media. After gaining prominence with the title of Miss Diva Universe 2015, the star established herself as a Bollywood actor and model. She has been the subject of several YouTubers’ commentaries which have created a lot of controversies and is famous all over the internet for her claims of being the most beautiful girl in the world.
9. Jacqueline Fernandez – 66.7 million followers
Originally from Sri Lanka, Jacqueline Fernandez is a well-known Indian actress who has starred in various top-grossing Bollywood movies. She is recognized for her roles in action films like Kick alongside Salman Khan and Vikram Rona and comedy movies like Housefull and Judwaa 2. Her electrifying dance performances on Bollywood songs in other movies too has made her popular.
8. Katrina Kaif – 72.7 million followers
Famous Indian actress Katrina Kaif is the dreamgirl of every Indian. The actor of British origin started her Bollywood career in 2003 and has not stopped since giving us some of the best movies of Indian cinema. She is known for her action films like the Tiger series and Phantom. No other actress does Action like her! She is also the founder of Kay Beauty which is one of the most famous makeup brands of India. Married to Vicky Kaushal, another famous Indian star, their cute posts are enough to make our hearts melt.
7. Deepika Padukone – 74.1 million followers
Deepika Padukone is a famous and prominent Indian actress. She has appeared in critically acclaimed movies such as Bajirao Mastani, Ram Leela, Padmaavat, Tamasha, and some cult classics like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, Om Shanti Om and Chennai Express. The star is a global icon with her recent appearance at the Oscars and FIFA finals and her first-ever global campaign with Cartier. The star also has her own skincare company 82E which has gained popularity among various influencers.
6. Neha Kakkar – 74.1 million followers
Neha Kakkar is a famous self-made Indian singer whose songs are known for their quirky lyrics and modern tunes. Not only are her numbers on Instagram astonishing but the singer has also reported to have around 15.2 million monthly listeners on Spotify. She produces songs along with her brother Tony Kakkar. She is also the judge of the same reality show, Indian Idol from which she gained prominence back in 2005.
5. Narendra Modi – 75.2 million followers
The current Prime Miniter of India who has been the Head of the government since 2014 makes an appearance on our list of the most followed Indians on Instagram. The former CM of Gujarat, Modi is known as one of the ablest Prime Ministers in the history of our country. His success can be attributed to his steady social media campaigns and strategic use of online platforms to reach the youth. It only makes sense that the politician ranks number 5 on this list.
4. Alia Bhatt – 77.4 million followers
Alia Bhatt is one of the most prominent actresses in the Hindi film industry. She has appeared in several superhit movies, including Raazi, 2 States, Gully Boy, and Highway. Her Instagram is filled with stunning photos from her shoots and casual pics from her daily life. If anyone in Bollywood knows how to Instagram, it’s Alia Bhatt! After her marriage with Indian actor Ranbir Kapoor, her sneak peeks into their life with their cute daughter Raha have taken the internet by storm! She is also the owner of Ed-a-mama, a maternity clothing brand that was inspired by her own pregnancy.
3. Shraddha Kapoor – 80.7 million followers
The Queen of accents- Shraddha Kapoor continues to win netizens’ hearts with her goofy behaviour. The star is one of the truest and most relatable actors to exist with a strong fanbase that keeps supporting her no matter what. The actress recently was a part of the superhit movie Tu Jhoothi Mai Makkar opposite Ranbir Kapoor. The songs in the movies along with her spicy moves are trending on Instagram!
2. Priyanka Chopra – 87.6 million followers
This international icon has made India proud on several occasions! She won the title of Ms. World in 2000 and has worked in Bollywood and Hollywood ever since. Her career in Hollywood has proven to be just as successful as her Bollywood career which has won her various awards. She is one of the most sought-after actors around the world. Besides her extraordinary contribution to global cinema, she has also engaged in humanitarian work with the UN and is a successful entrepreneur with her haircare brand- Anamoly. She is a role model that keeps empowering women all the time.
1. Virat Kohli – 249.8 Million followers
Virat Kohli is an Indian cricketer and former Captain of the Indian National Cricket team. He is considered to be one of the best and the most fierce batsmen in the world. He also plays as a right-hand batsman for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL. He is also a recipient of the Padma Shri Award in 2017. He and his wife Anushka Sharma are considered to be the cutest couple in town with their fairy-tale wedding.
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From a photo application exclusively on Apple Store, Instagram today has grown as one of the major social media platforms with millions of users across geographies. Celebrities, Models, Photographers, Bloggers, Vloggers, and Businesses have used Instagram to build engaging communities. If you are a business or a creator looking to create engaging videos for your audiences, you can check out Promo’s Instagram Video Maker tool.
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