Bollywood Celebrities Who Turned Politician 

Dec 05, 2023, 07:53 IST

WION Desk

We have seen many Bollywood celebrities who decided to enter politics from the world of glamour. Here are a few Bollywood celebrities who turned to politics after achieving stardom in films:

Hema Malini 

As a BJP representative, Hema Malini has served in the Rajya Sabha as well as the Lok Sabha. She now represents the Mathura seat from UP in the Lower House of the parliament. 

Smriti Irani 

Smriti Zubin Irani was elected to the Rajya Sabha, the Upper House of the Indian Parliament representing the State of Gujarat in 2011, long after she made television history as the lead character in Ekta Kapoor’s soap opera Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Irani, who later won from Congress bastion of Amethi by defeating Rahul Gandhi, is now a Union minister. 

Jayalalithaa 

From 1991 to 2016, Jayalalithaa served six terms as chief minister of Tamil Nadu. She was considered an icon in the state. A member of the AIADMK, she was known for her proximity to MGR. 

Jaya Bachchan 

Jaya Bachchan is an Indian actress and politician. She is a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from Samajwadi Party. 

Kirron Kher 

Kirron Kher is an Indian actress who joined the BJP in 2009. She is currently a member of Parliament from the Chandigarh constituency. 

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