Earlier, I was a blind fan of Deepika's and used to hate Aloo. But after watching Gangubai, I came to the conclusion that my views were not balanced. So I simply took a step back and decided to analyze Aloo vs. Deepika in a more objective way.
1. They are the top 2 actresses today, no doubt about that.
2. Aloo is a better performer, overall.
3. Deepika is a better actress in the sense of acting in the framework of Bollywood. She matches the physical requirements of a top actress and has the aura which Aloo lacks.
4. Alia has more star power, as of today. 2 100-crore films under her kitty, both where she carries the film on her shoulders and people flocked to the theatres to watch her.
5. Overall, both are good in their own place even though diametrically opposite as chalk and cheese.
6. Deepika is a better looker and better dancer.
I still maintain one thing - in the context of Bollywood and my personal view, Deepika has an upper hand because of the glam quotient ( Aloo is 0 in that) and also because she nails acting in some films.
However, the audience seems to prefer Alia as of today.
Thoughts????
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