Vijay's Blog: Real Names Of Bollywood Actors:

Do you know many of Bollywood Stars don’t use their original names on the Screen? Here is the list of some famous Bollywood actors with their original names. Hope this will be an interesting topic which will add up to your existing Bollywood knowledge:

Ashwini Shetty : Did you know Shilpa Shetty's top secret? The lass's real name is Ashwini which she changed due to astrological reasons.

Nisha and Amoha : Priyanka Kothari is all set for a new innings after reverting to her original name. Nisha Kothari was also called Amoha at one point of time. With so many changes in her credentials let's see if it brings any luck to the hottie.

Mona Chopra : Sherlyn needed a name that stood out and also sounded unique. For someone so much in the spotlight a common name like 'Mona' really won't do. The reason behind the sizzler?

Reema Lamba : We know that Reema Lamba made in to Bollywood on her own but part of her success can also be attributed to her royal-sounding name Mallika Sherawat.

Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi : Do you think Madhubala would have become an icon if we knew her as Mumtaz Jehan Begum Dehlavi? The striking actress changed her name for films. No matter what, she will always be remembered for her beauty as well as for her brilliant performance

Ritu Chaudhary : Ritu Chaudhary hardly had any luck after rechristening herself name to Mahima Chaudhary. Good and bad has nothing to do with your name Mahima!

Bhanurekha : Glamour queen Rekha shortened 'Bhanurekha', a name too hard to pronounce, spell and remember. Her stage name really compliments her performing persona.