Bollywood Celebrities Who Turned Politicians PART 1

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While we all know that making a switch from Bollywood to an industry that entangles into the world of Politics, is not an easy one! But well, here is a compiled list of celebrities who dared to explore Politics, in spite of its circumstances! Yes! Here you go with a pack of celebrities who are also Politicians!
Jaya Bachchan- The multi talented actress Jaya Bachchan has delivered high octane performances not only in Bollywood industry but in the arena of politics too. Being a part of the Samajwadi arm, Jaya has always remained active on societal issues and her reaction over Delhi gang rape gave goosebumps to every Indian!
Shabana Azmi- Shabana Azmi is a yesteryear cinematic star of Bollywood, who has redefined the parallel cinema and left a mark in the industry, but her achievements are not limited to the films. Rather she has carved a niche for herself in politics too. Her tireless activism on social issues has garnered her much desired appreciation in this field too.
Shatrugan Sinha-Shatrugan Sinha has always been known to deliver impeccable performance and shanddar acts, but his stint into politics is also much talked about thing. Yes! this Bihari Babu became the Health and Family Welfare minister in Vajpayee's government and also headed the Ministry of Shipping...
Govinda- Rib tickling comedian Govinda has always remain high due to his high comics and acting prowess, but his stint in Politics as an MP remained a short lived one. Having failed to bring in much of a change through his constituency, he trapped himself amidst several controversies and soon gave up on Politics, only to return back to Bollywood!
Jayalalitha Jayaraman- Once a south Indian actress joined this field and there was no looking back. Now, she is the supremo of AIADMK party and chief minister of Tamil Nadu. Need we say more?
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