IIFA BEST ACTRESS LIST FIRST TO LAST

The IIFA Awards (International Indian Film Academy Awards) are an annual awards ceremony that honors the best in Hindi cinema. The award for Best Actress is one of the most prestigious awards presented at the IIFAs, and has been won by some of the biggest names in Bollywood.

Here is a list of the winners of the IIFA Award for Best Actress from 2000 to 2023 And details is given below of list.

YearActressFilm
2000Aishwarya RaiHum Dil De Chuke Sanam
2001Karisma KapoorFiza
2002TabuChandni Bar
2003Aishwarya RaiDevdas
2004Preity ZintaKal Ho Naa Ho
2005Priyanka ChopraKrrish
2006Kareena Kapoor KhanKabhi Alvida Naa Kehna
2007Rani MukerjiBlack
2008Vidya BalanParineeta
2009KajolMy Name Is Khan
2010Priyanka ChopraFashion
2011Deepika PadukoneOm Shanti Om
2012Vidya BalanThe Dirty Picture
2013Priyanka ChopraBarfi!
2014Kangana RanautQueen
2015Alia Bhatt2 States
2016Priyanka ChopraBajirao Mastani
2017Deepika PadukonePadmaavat
2018Alia BhattRaazi
2019Kangana RanautManikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi
2020Alia BhattGully Boy
2021Kriti SanonMimi
2022Alia BhattGangubai Kathiawadi
2023Alia BhattBrahmastra

2000:- ( Aishwarya Rai )

The IIFA Award for Best Actress 2000 was awarded to Aishwarya Rai for her performance in the film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. She was the first recipient of the award.

Rai's performance in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam was critically acclaimed. She was praised for her nuanced portrayal of the character of Nandini, a young woman torn between two lovers. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over ₹100 crore (US$13 million) at the box office.

Rai's win at the IIFA Awards was seen as a major breakthrough for her career. She went on to become one of the most popular and successful actresses in Bollywood. She has since won numerous awards, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actress four times.

2001:- ( Karishma Kapoor )

Karisma Kapoor won the IIFA Award for Best Actress in 2001 for her performance in the film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. She was nominated for the award alongside Jaya Bachchan (Fiza), Mahima Chaudhry (Dhadkan), Namrata Shirodkar (Pukar), and Sonali Bendre (Hamara Dil Aapke Paas Hai).

Karisma's performance in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham was critically acclaimed. She was praised for her range and versatility, as she portrayed both the happy-go-lucky side of her character as well as the more serious and dramatic moments. The film was also a commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing Bollywood film of the year.

Karisma's win at the IIFA Awards was a well-deserved recognition for her performance in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. It was her second IIFA Award, having previously won in 1997 for her performance in Dil To Pagal Hai. She remains one of the most popular and successful actresses in Bollywood, and her win in 2001 is a testament to her talent and star power.

2002:- ( Tabu )

The winner of the IIFA Award for Best Actress in 2002 was Tabu for her performance in the film Chandni Bar. She played the role of Mumtaz Ali Ansari, a prostitute who struggles to find redemption in a society that judges her harshly. Tabu's performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike, and she was awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Actress for her work in the film.

The other nominees for the IIFA Award for Best Actress in 2002 were:
  • Ameesha Patel for Gadar: Ek Prem Katha
  • Gracy Singh for Lagaan: Once Upon a Time in India
  • Kajol for Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
  • Preity Zinta for Dil Chahta Hai
Tabu's win was a well-deserved recognition for her powerful performance in Chandni Bar. Her portrayal of Mumtaz Ali Ansari was both nuanced and heartbreaking, and she brought a great deal of depth and humanity to the role. The film itself was also a critical and commercial success, and it helped to solidify Tabu's reputation as one of the most talented actresses in Hindi cinema.

2003:- ( Aishwarya Rai )

The winner of the IIFA Award for Best Actress in 2003 was Aishwarya Rai for her performance in the film Devdas. She was nominated alongside Ameesha Patel (Humraaz), Karisma Kapoor (Shakti: The Power), Madhuri Dixit (Devdas), and Rani Mukerji (Saathiya).

Rai's performance in Devdas was critically acclaimed, and she was praised for her portrayal of Parvati "Paro" Chakraborty, a tragic heroine. She won several other awards for her performance, including the Filmfare Award for Best Actress and the National Film Award for Best Actress.

The 4th IIFA Awards were held in Johannesburg, South Africa on May 17, 2003. The ceremony was hosted by Anil Kapoor and Dia Mirza. Devdas won a total of 16 awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and Best Actor (Shah Rukh Khan).

2004:- ( Preity Zinta)

Preity Zinta won the IIFA Award for Best Actress in 2004 for her performance in the film Kal Ho Naa Ho. She was nominated for the award for her performances in two other films that year, Koi...Mil Gaya and Veer-Zaara, but she won for Kal Ho Naa Ho.

In Kal Ho Naa Ho, Zinta played the role of Naina Kapur, a young woman who is struggling to cope with the death of her father and the impending death of her best friend, Aman Mathur (played by Shah Rukh Khan). Zinta's performance was praised for its emotional depth and her ability to convey Naina's vulnerability and strength.

Zinta's win for Best Actress at the 2004 IIFA Awards was a significant achievement for her career. It was her first IIFA Award win, and it came at a time when she was one of the most popular actresses in Bollywood. The win helped to solidify her status as a leading actress in Hindi cinema.

As you can see, Aishwarya Rai has won the IIFA Award for Best Actress a record four times, followed by Priyanka Chopra and Deepika Padukone with three wins each. Other actresses who have won the award multiple times include Karisma Kapoor, Tabu, Preity Zinta, and Kangana Ranaut.

The IIFA Award for Best Actress is a highly competitive award, and the nominees are always a mix of established stars and rising newcomers. The award is a testament to the talent and hard work of the actresses who have won it, and it is a coveted honor in the world of Bollywood.

Notable mentions:

In addition to the actresses who have won the IIFA Award for Best Actress, there are a number of other actresses who have been nominated for the award multiple times. These include:
  • Kareena Kapoor Khan (nominated 6 times)
  • Rani Mukerji (nominated 5 times)
  • Vidya Balan (nominated 4 times)
  • Kajol (nominated 4 times)
  • Sridevi (nominated 3 times)
  • Madhuri Dixit (nominated 3 times)
  • Juhi Chawla (nominated 3 times)
  • Tabu (nominated 3 times)
  • Priyanka Chopra (nominated 3 times)
These actresses are all considered to be some of the most talented actresses in Bollywood, and their nominations for the IIFA Award for Best Actress are a testament to their skills.

The future of the IIFA Award for Best Actress:

The IIFA Award for Best Actress is one of the most prestigious awards in Bollywood, and it is sure to continue to be a coveted honor in the years to come. As the Indian film industry continues to grow and evolve, so too will the nominees and winners of the IIFA Award for Best Actress. It will be interesting to see who will be the next actresses to win this prestigious award.