New Delhi: Film Industry makes the strongest argument when it comes to the importance of names.

Astrology has been a firm believer in the theory that your name can decide the course of your life. It can take you to the riches or drag you in the rags. Usually, people like to discard it as a superstitious theory.

But these top actresses are here to change your mind.

Changing names is a very common instance in the entertainment business. Actors and actresses ditch their old generic names for something more memorable, stylish and numerology approved.

Below is a list of the top 5 South Indian actresses who changed their names for success to come their way:

1. Anushka Shetty

Anushka Shetty became famous all over India after she rocked the role of Devsena in Bahubali 2. She is immensely successful in the Tamil and Telegu entertainment industry and owns the title of “Lady Superstar” of the South Indian Film Industry.

Anushka’s real name is Sweety Shetty. She changed it as the name didn’t go well with her mature and powerful personality.

2. Nayanthara

Nayanthara is one of the most famous and top-paid actresses in south Indian cinema. Besides a super successful acting career in Mollywood and Tollywood, she is also a film producer.

Her real is Diana Mariam Kurian. She went for a shorter and aesthetic name that enhances her beauty.

3. Tabu

Tabu needs no introduction. She is proven her mark in Bollywood and Tollywood alike. Tabu challenges the typical roles assigned to women and delivers powerful performances.

Tabu is a timeless actress. She likes to be called Tabu as it is short for her full name Tabassum Fatima Hashmi.

4. Tamannah

Sometimes all you need to rise to fame is just add an extra letter to your name. Tamannah Bhatia who is known for her works in Bollywood and Tollywood alike was earlier ‘Tamanna.’

She added an extra H on the advice of her numerologist. And yes, it worked!

5. Bhumika Chawla

Bhukima Chawla, famously known for her role in Tere Naam, has predominantly worked in Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu films.

The Filmfare-winning actress was originally named Rachna Chawla but she changed it to Bhumika.