Mallika Sherawat , born Reema Lamba, remains one of the most polarizing and influential figures in modern Bollywood. Breaking into the industry with an unapologetic "bold" persona, she transitioned from a small-town girl in Haryana to an international star who has shared the screen with Jackie Chan and Brian White.

One of her most iconic performances, featuring a Middle Eastern-inspired belly dance to A.R. Rahman’s music.

Sherawat was a pioneer among Bollywood stars seeking Hollywood success, starring in The Myth (2005) with Jackie Chan, the serpent-themed horror Hisss (2010), and the political rom-com Politics of Love (2011). Popular Videos and Iconic Dance Numbers