(MENAFN- Live Mint) Social media has long been a medium for fans to connect with the stars. Instagram is one platform where bollywood celebrities and top personalities connect with millions, offering glimpses into their lives and passions.
While Bollywood has always dominated the fan frenzy in terms of numbers, one Indian celebrity has outnumbered the industry to rank number 1 on the list of the top 10 most followed Instagram accounts in India.
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online According to a Forbes report, these top Indian personalities with millions of followers have leveraged Instagram to reach fans, promote brands, and extend their personal brand beyond their professional work.
Check who has topped the list of top 10 most followed Instagram accounts in India:
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India's star cricketer Virat Kohli has dominated the social media game for at least 2 years. With an Instagram following of 270.35 million, Kohli has surpassed all big names in Bollywood.
Interestingly, Virat Kohli is not only the most followed person in India but also the most followed cricketer in the world.
Virat Kohli's brand endorsements, including those from Puma, Audi, and MRF, generate a significant chunk of his net worth. He also has a fashion label, Wrogn, and a chain of fitness centres – Chisel.
Who are the others on the list of top 10 most followed Instagram accounts in India:
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2. Shraddha Kapoor : 94.2 million
Shraddha Kapoor has garnered 94.2 million followers on Instagram. Riding on the success of Stree 2, the Bollywood actress has edged past Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
3. Priyanka Chopra : 92.6 million
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is the most-followed woman in India and the most-followed Bollywood celebrity worldwide. She also reigns as the most-followed actress in India, according to Sacnilk.
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