When Kangana Ranaut called Aishwarya Rai's beauty 'divine'

There’s no doubt about it that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is one of the most beautiful and talented stars Bollywood has ever seen. From being crowned Miss World in 1994 to starring in over 50 films across languages, Aish has always turned heads – not just with her incredible acting skills but with her poise, charm, and timeless grace.

And it’s not just her fans who can’t get enough of her. Fellow actress Kangana Ranaut, known for her unfiltered opinions and strong personality, once gave a big thumbs-up to the 'Jodhaa Akbar' actress in a way that caught everyone's attention – and won hearts all over the internet.

A shoutout from Kangana
The 'Queen' actress has a reputation for speaking her mind – whether it's calling out industry insiders or making bold statements. She’s often found herself in public spats with various celebrities, but when it comes to Aishwarya, her tone has always been one of admiration.

In February 2024, the 'Panga' actress surprised her fans with an appreciation post for the 'Guru' actress on Instagram. She shared a heartwarming video compilation featuring some of Aishwarya’s most iconic on-screen moments. The clip included scenes from different movies, celebrating the actress's beauty and presence over the years. Kangana wrote: "Appreciation story for Ash’s divine beauty."

Kangana’s post immediately drew praise from fans who were touched by her words and the sentiment behind them. Comments poured in from all corners of social media. One fan wrote: "She is right! There is no one like Aishwarya. She was, is, and will always be the most beautiful woman in the world." Another chimed in: "She has always spoken highly of Ash, I remember her writing a sweet bday wish for her too once."


Not the first time: Kangana’s 2023 tribute
This wasn’t the first time the ‘Manikarnika’ actress had shared her appreciation for Aishwarya’s elegance and screen presence. Back in 2023, she posted a striking scene from Mani Ratnam’s film 'Ponniyin Selvan I', where Aishwarya’s character Nandini meets Kundavai, played by Trisha Krishnan.

In a touching note, Kangana reflected on how Bollywood often focuses too much on the beauty of younger women, overlooking the charm and power of older, more experienced female characters. Her words struck a powerful note. She wrote, "Bolly lyricists have written enough about solah saal ki Bali umriya (youth) but failed to harness the subtle undercurrent of sensuality, sexuality, and seduction in a woman in her forties/fifties because she is not only beautiful but also smart and experienced…a lethal combination. Two full moons."