By Sakshi Sah
Published Mar 05, 2025

Hindustan Times
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A look at Forbes' top South Asian American women

South Asian women are reshaping business and culture across industries like fashion, entertainment, and technology.

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According to Forbes, in the last decade, and especially the last five years, South Asian women have emerged as top leaders in business and society.

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From Unilever to CHANEL, Nair made history as the first South Asian CEO of the luxury fashion house.

Leena Nair

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Nooyi became the first female CEO of PepsiCo and now serves on Amazon’s Board of Directors.

Indra Nooyi

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As the CEO of Flex, Advaithi has strengthened U.S.-India partnerships in climate technology and electric vehicles.

Revathi Advaithi

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From Bollywood to Hollywood, Priyanka Chopra has become a global star, shining on the American big screen.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas

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Kadakia founded ClassPass, the first billion-dollar startup led by a South Asian woman.

Payal Kadakia

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Acharia, a brand strategist and CEO of A-Series Investments and Management, played a key role in Priyanka Chopra Jonas' successful transition to Hollywood.

Anjula Acharia

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Kaling made her mark in Hollywood as an actor, writer, director, and producer, shaping modern television.

Mindy Kaling

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Sud became the CEO of Vimeo at just 33, turning the company profitable and proving the strength of South Asian women in business.

Anjali Sud

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