The Most Desirable Men of 2015 - iTimes Poll

India has voted and chosen the Times 50 Most Desirable Men 2015. The 1.17 lakh (unique) votes received online on www.itimes.com/polls along with our vote decided the final 50 on this coveted list.

1. Ranveer Singh

It wasn't a surprise that Ranveer Singh emerged as the numero uno on this list that compiles India's most irresistible men. He is thrilled about his win and tells us why being desirable is beyond being an attractive visual package.

What do you think makes you so desirable?
I am thrilled that I am considered the Most Desirable Man in India today. Whatever it is, it feels wonderful to be called that. The dictionary meaning of desirability is 'someone high on sex appeal'. In my case, iss baat mein koi sandeh nahin hai. When I was launched in 2010, people told me that I wasn't the best looking guy, so I would have to act really well. I am awar e that I am not conventionally good looking. I have heard it so many times that I have started believing it. Aditya Chopra had told me, 'You are not very good looking, so you have to act. I can't sell you on a poster to people; they have to watch you to like you.' I have grown up believing that when an individual excels at what he does, it makes him desirable. I am a living example that lack of conventional good looks shouldn't hinder you from being awesome.

2. Virat Kohli

Claim to fame: Blazing form as a batsman, his natural aggression and drive to win are his biggest assets
Relationship Status: It's complicated
Desirability Quotient: He is as fiery off the field as he is on field scoring his sixes. He is hotness personified be it in his selfies or endorsements

3. Fawad Khan
Claim to fame: After his debut Bollywood film Khoobsurat, he stunned us with his daring choice of role in Kapoor & Sons. Now he is high on the list of most filmmakers
Relationship Status: Married to Sadaf Khan
Desirability Quotient: His dapper looks, deep baritone, along with impeccable style has women across all ages drooling over him

4.Hrithik Roshan
Claim to fame: This superhero is only looking
hotter with age. Despite no releases last year, this hunk still has a humongous fan following
Relationship Status: Single
Desirability Quotient: His Greek God looks, sexy dance moves and hot bod make him a killer combo

5.Sidharth Malhotra
Claim to fame: His power-packed performances in Kapoor & Sons catapulted him into the big league
Relationship Status: Rumoured to be dating Alia Bhatt
Desirability Quotient: Debonair looks, sexy style and unmistakable charm makes him hot property

6.Mahesh Babu
Claim to fame: This Telugu superstar's massive fan following comes from his image of being a perfect family man. His latest release Srimanthudu's reinstated his star power further
Relationship Status: Married to Namrata Shirodkar Desirability Quotient: In spite of his super stardom, his affable personality and natural charm makes him extremely desirable

7.Rohit Khandelwal
Claim to fame: This Provogue Personal Care Mr India World 2015 who is a new entrant on this list, got his first TV break with Yeh Hai Aashiqui. He will represent India at the Mr World pageant in 2016
Relationship Status: Single
Desirability Quotient: His dashing good looks make him droolworthy

8.Varun Dhawan
Claim to fame: From playing a 40-year-old in Badlapur to the boy-next-door in Dilwale, he has showed versatility from the start of his career
Relationship Status: Dating Natasha Dalal Desirability Quotient: His boyish charm, loveable screen presence and witty sense of humour make him the boy every girl wants to take home
9.Shahid Kapoor
Claim to fame: This powerhouse performer is making all the right moves with his choice of films
Relationship Status: Married to Mira Rajput
Desirability Quotient: From his chocolate boy look to his intense rugged avatar, Shahid has come a long way. The father-to-be is still irresistible to the ladies



New Entrants

17. Sooraj Pancholi
Claim to fame: A dream launch in Hero by Salman Khan made him an overnight star
Relationship Status: Single
Desirability Quotient: Good looks are in his genes and his lover boy image makes girls swoon over him


28. Shikhar Dhawan
Claim to fame: The 'Gabbar' of Indian cricket team is known for his explosive batting
Relationship Status: Married to Ayesha Mukherji
Desirability Quotient: His flamboyance and style off the pitch is what gives him an edge. And that trademark moustache makes him truly sexy


29. Gautam Rode
Claim to fame: From music videos to popular shows and soaps on TV, this hottie is household name. He's best remembered for his stint in Saraswatichandra, Maha Kumbh and Suryaputra Karn
Relationship Status: Single Desirability Quotient: His perfectly chiselled body and quintessential good looks makes him popular among the ladies


32. Kartik Aaryan
Claim to fame: This Pyaar Ka Punchnama actor catapulted to fame with his girl-bashing monologue in the romcom
Relationship Status: Single
Desirability Quotient: His affable personality and dimpled smile make him immensely attractive


36. Nivin Pauly
Claim to fame: With four hits in his kitty last year alone, including the most-loved Premam, this Malayalam heartthrob is busy making inroads in the other south film industry as well Relationship Status: Married to Rinna Joy
Desirability Quotient: Brooding good looks and a warm smile that can melt anyone's heart



40. Rahul Rajasekharan Nair
Claim to fame: With a degree in business management and passion for photography, the Provogue Personal Care Mr India 201 5 1st runner-up is busy globetrotting, thanks to his ad assignments
Relationship Status: Single Desirability Quotient: His smouldering looks and easy-going demeanour will surely take him places