Katrina Kaif is a British-Indian film actress and model. Primarily known for her work in Bollywood films

According to an India Today article, despite her dissimilarity to a conventional Bollywood heroine, Kaif "turned every adversity into opportunity and climbed the slippery pole of stardom".^[1] Although she is one of the most commercially successful actresses in contemporary Bollywood, she has received mixed reviews for her acting prowess.^[162] Writing for Firstpost, Anuya Jakatdar wrote that Kaif needed to "take on role[s] that actually challenge her" instead of "coasting on her co-star’s box office appeal" and criticised her inclination towards glamorous roles.^[163] Kaif's dancing ability is better appreciated, with Meena Iyer of The Times of India calling her "one of Bollywood's best dancers".^[164] The actress' Bollywood success has sparked an influx of foreign talent hoping to establish themselves in the industry.^[1]
Kaif is cited in the media as one of India's most beautiful celebrities, distinguished by her skin, hair and figure,^[165] and has ranked highly in polls choosing the most attractive Indian celebrities. Kaif was named the "World's Sexiest Woman" by FHM India five times from 2008 to 2013,^[166][167] and appeared on Verve‍ '​s list of most powerful women in 2009 and 2010.^[168][169] The UK magazine Eastern Eye called her the "Sexiest Asian Woman" from 2008 to 2010, and again in 2013.^[170][171] Kaif was named The Times of India‍ '​s "Most Desirable Woman" in 2010, after being ranked second from 2011 to 2013.^[172][173] The Indian edition of People described her as "India's Most Beautiful Woman" in 2011 and three years later she topped Maxim India‍ '​s "Hot 100" poll.^[174][175]
Kaif is a celebrity spokesperson for a number of brands including Slice, Nakshatra, Lux, Panasonic and L'Oréal.^[176][177] The Economic Times ranked Kaif India's second most prominent endorser in 2012.^[178] Hindustan Times reported in 2014 that she received ₹50 million (US$750,000) to ₹60 million (US$910,000) for each endorsement, making her one of India's highest-paid celebrity endorsers.^[179][180] In 2013, Kaif was ranked ninth on Forbes‍ '​ list of India's best-known entertainers with an estimated annual income of ₹637.5 million (US$9.6 million).^[181] In 2010 and 2011, Mattel released two sets of Barbie dolls inspired by Kaif.^[182][183] In 2015, a wax figure of Kaif was installed at Madame Tussauds in London.^[184]