Bollywood beauties are looked at for their outstanding acting skills and fashion sense. From their traditional looks in sarees, salwar kameez, lehengas and other cultural dresses to stunning Indo-western outfits, the Bollywood queens are known for setting pure fashion trends. In addition, in the Hindi filmmaking industry, we tend to find gorgeous women proudly flaunting their own skin. Moreover, they give fashion goals to amp up one's skin tone, shape and size, with the fashion statements they find comfortable. Thus, Bollywood actresses are not far behind in shattering stereotypes and proving that height is never a barrier to climbing the stairs of success.
Despite constant trolling from the netizens, the actresses have set a firm foot in their acting careers. But, time and again, they have also faced issues due to their short heights. However, they have never shied away from opening up about the same and proved that hard work and talent always pay off. And to mention, even though we couldn't notice some of their short heights due to their high heels, here is the curated list of Bollywood actresses who are considered short. They belong to heights under 5' 5" and were pulled down or trolled for the same.
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Alia Bhatt is counted as one of the most successful actresses of her time. She made her acting debut with the film, Student of the Year. Since then, she has never looked back and gave one-after-the-other blockbuster performances. In addition, Alia's fashion statements are extremely loved by her millions of fans. However, she has faced many challenges in the industry due to her short height of 5' 1" (5 feet 1 inch). But she never allowed her height to be a barrier in her career and gave many remarkable performances in movies like Highway, Dear Zindagi, Raazi, Udta Punjab, Gangubai Kathiawadi and many more.
The ever-so-gorgeous actress, Shraddha Kapoor never fails to break headlines with her stunning looks and acting sense. From exuding glamorous vibes in all her outfits to her sizzling performances in the films, Shraddha knows how to swoon hearts with poise and grace. And according to reports, her height is 5’ 4" (5 feet 4 inches). However, Shraddha never allowed her short height to hinder her onscreen magic.
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Veteran actress, Dimple Kapadia is ageing like old wine. She was once one of the most charismatic actresses of her time. However, the gorgeous actress' height is only 5' 3" (5 feet 3 inches), for which she had to face issues quite a number of times while being cast for the films. But Dimple never stopped there and kept on winning hearts with her graceful acting skills and charm.
The popular actress, Kriti Kharbanda made her acting debut with the Telegu film, Boni in 2009. And in 2016, she made an entry into Bollywood, with her film, Raaz Reboot, co-starring, Emraan Hashmi. Apart from her onscreen journey, she is also loved for her drool-worthy fashion statements. Despite her professional hits, she was trolled for her height, which is only 5′ 1″ (5 feet 1 inch), for quite some time. But paying no heed to them, Kriti kept concentrating on her personal and professional life.
Bollywood actress, Nushratt Bharuccha rose to fame with her 2011 film, Pyaar Ka Punchnama. Since then, she has never looked back and garnered a huge fan following across the nation with her commendable performances in films like Chhorii, Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety, Dream Girl, Chhalaang, Janhit Mein Jaari and many more. Apart from this, Nushratt is also loved for her cute and bold style game. But the cute actress is 5' (5 feet) and faced many issues due to this. But without worrying a bit about it, Nushratt constantly keeps walking ahead in her professional life.
The real-life princess, Aditi Rao Hydari needs no introduction. Even after belonging to a royal family, Aditi worked extremely hard to make her name in the film industry. However, being only 5′ 4″ (5 feet 4 inches), she is also counted among the short-height actresses in Bollywood. But with her blockbuster films and other works, she proved height is never a barrier.
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One of the most acclaimed actors and Kathak dancers in Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit enjoys immense popularity all over the world. Despite standing at only 5′ 4″ (5 feet 4 inches), Madhuri still enjoys huge love from her audiences, courtesy of her charming smile and captivating beauty.
Bollywood actress, Prachi Desai made her debut in the film industry with her movie, Rock On!, in 2008. Afterwards, she played significant roles in films like Once Upon a Time in Mumbai, Rock On 2, Azhar, I, Me Aur Main, and Bol Bachchan. However, being only 5′ 4″ (5 feet 4 inches), the Kasam Se actress has also faced many issues in the initial period of her career. However, it is her onscreen performances that she has been living in our hearts rent-free.
Gorgeous actress, Preity Zinta's performance in the 90s and 2000s films, including Veer Zaara, Koi... Mil Gaya, Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna, Dil Se.., Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, Salaam Namaste and many more have etched a significant place in the hearts of her fans. Even though she is relatively shorter, with a height of only 5′ 2″ (5 feet 2 inches), she remains one of the biggest heartthrobs of the industry.
Married to one of the tallest actors in the industry, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan's huge height gap with her spouse has often been the talk of the town. From repeatedly being asked about the same in several interviews, trolled for it, and even being pulled down for Jaya Bachchan's short height, the madly-in-love duo has faced all. However, Jaya keeps standing proudly on 5' (5 feet) and is also one of the most established actresses of all time.
Sara Ali Khan is widely loved for her beauty and elegance. The diva with a height of 5' 3" (5 feet 3 inches) keeps hitting the headline for her professional front and stunning fashion sense. The actress made her acting debut in 2018 in the films, Kedarnath and Simmba. Since then, she has constantly worked in one after the other blockbuster films, and fans love her charismatic presence.
Best known for her sensual appearance and svelte figure, Sunny Leone enjoys a huge fanbase on her social media handles. She has worked in several films, including Jism 2, Ragini MMS 2, Hate Story 2, Jackpot, Fuddu and others. And even after being one of the top item girls in the industry, she is counted among the short height actresses. As per reports, Sunny's height is 5’ 4" (5 feet 4 inches).
One of the bubbliest actresses of her time, Kajol knows how to own millions of hearts with her non-stop chattering, acting skills and charming looks. Over the years, she has already proved her mettle in acting in several films, including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, Baazigar, You, Me Aur Hum, and others. However, with a height of only 5’ 3" (5 feet 3 inches), she has also faced a few challenges in her lifetime. But Kajol too has clearly demonstrated how talent is always bigger than height.
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The gorgeous diva, Asin Thottumkal made her Bollywood debut with the film, Ghajini. However, she has left her acting career and is happily enjoying her life with her family. But the actress is only 5' 3" (5 feet 3 inches), for which she is also counted among some of the short-height actresses.
Veteran actress, Ameesha Patel is one of the evergreen actresses of her time. Despite society's pressure and double standards that come with ageing, Ameesha never fails to flaunt her beauty, even at the age of 46. One look at her social media handles, and anyone gets in awe of her bikini avatar, wherein she can be seen flaunting her sexy figure. Moreover, she can be seen proudly standing at 5' 4" (5 feet 4 inches).
Starting from the late 90s till now, Rani Mukherji never stopped making us fall in love with her evergreen acting performance. However, she often faced criticism for her short stature, since she was only 5' (5 feet). But that couldn't stop Rani from bagging vital roles in hit movies such as Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Saathiya, Bunty Aur Bubli, Mardaani, to many more.
Vidya Balan is known for her outspoken and straightforward nature. She never stopped flaunting her own skin. Thus, even though she is counted among some of the short-height actresses, she proudly stands on her 5’ 4" (5 feet 4 inches). And over time, she gave some impressive performances in films like Kahaani, Parineeta, Paa, Ishqiya and many more.
Yesteryear actress, Amrita Singh gained immense popularity with her films, including Betaab and Mard, in the 1980s. Since then, she has given non-stop performances. And her short height of only 5' 2" (5 feet 2 inches) could never stop her from spreading her charisma. However, she also took a break from acting in the early 1990s and returned to acting in 2002. Afterwards, she was seen in a few supporting roles.
Bollywood actress, Parineeti Chopra was loved for her stunning performances in movies such as Ishaqzaade, Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, Shudh Desi Romance, Kesari, Meri Pyaari Bindu and others. However, she also received a lot of criticism due to her weight issues and short stature. As per reports, she is only 5' 2" (5 feet 2 inches). But with her immense hard work and dedication, she has proved that height is not a limiting factor for achieving success.
The Life in a Metro actress, Konkona Sen is loved for flaunting her dusky skin and giving stunning performances in her films, including Wake up Sid, Lipstick under the Burkha, A Death in the Gunj, Omkara and many more. However, she is only 5' 1" (5 feet 1 inch), and for this, she faced significant challenges in her life. But with her captivating smile and impressive acting abilities, she has already proved her talents.
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