5 Indian Celebrities Who Bring Desi Vibe to Hollywood Talk Shows

Find out about Indian celebrities like Diljit Dosanjh who have made a lasting impression on famous American talk shows, including his unforgettable episode on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Here are 5 popular Indian actors who have appeared on Hollywood talk shows. Take a look!

Los Angeles: Diljit Dosanjh He made history by being the first Indian Punjabi talent to perform on the show. The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy FallonIndian artists are breaking barriers and captivating audiences across the globe by showcasing Punjabi culture on a grand stage. Dressed in traditional attire, Diljit enthralled audiences with his energetic Bhangra performance to hit songs. “Born to Shine” and 'goat'Before Diljit, several Indian actors had made their mark on Hollywood's most popular talk shows and paved the way for Bollywood to gain global recognition. Join us on a nostalgic journey through some unforgettable moments.

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5 Indian actors who appeared on Hollywood's top talk shows before Diljit

1) Priyanka Chopra Jonas

You've probably seen Bollywood-turned-international actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas on a number of popular talk shows. She's a regular on platforms like The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Kimmel Live. Yes, she's a Hollywood staple now. Remember when she had so much fun playing Holi on Jimmy Fallon's show? This is just one of the many memories she made on these shows.

2) Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has appeared as a guest on several popular talk shows, including The Oprah Winfrey Show and The Late Show with David Letterman, where she shared insights about her career and Indian cinema. Her response to Letterman's joke on Indian customs became a clip that many still enjoy. When asked if all Indian adults continue to live with their parents, Aishwarya gracefully replied, “It's not uncommon in India to live with your parents because you don't feel the need to make dinner arrangements with them.” Interestingly, she has appeared on Oprah Winfrey's show not once but twice.

3) Deepika Padukone

Bollywood actress Deepika Padukone, who will soon be seen in 'Kalki 2898 AD', appeared on popular Hollywood talk show 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show' to promote her first Hollywood film 'xXx: Return of Xander Cage' opposite Vin Diesel.

4) Shah Rukh Khan

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, during his promotional tour for the film Dilwale, was seen on the sets of popular TV shows like This Morning, Friday Night with Jonathan Ross and My Next Guest with David Letterman. During these shows, he engaged in small talk, touched on a variety of topics and even touched on the unique 'no kissing' clause in his contract.

5) Abhishek Bachchan

A unique character among Bollywood actors, Abhishek Bachchan has previously appeared on “The Oprah Winfrey Show” alongside his wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. The pair appeared as guests on Oprah's famous show and Abhishek is said to have invited Oprah to visit India, many years after her last visit.

Indian actors are gaining international recognition and are virtually bridging the gap between Bollywood and Hollywood with their performances on the global stage. Which Indian actor is your favourite and why?