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    Top 40 Most Popular Asian Actors in Hollywood

    When we think Asian, we think of yummy food, brainiacs, and vibrant cultures. But there's a lot more to them than what's clichéd. Today, Asians have walked into Hollywood and taken it by a storm; they give us not just the smarts, but the bold and the beautiful, and not to forget, the extremely talented. Here is a list of the top 40 most famous Asian actors and actresses in Hollywood.

    SHOHREH AGHDASHLOO
    Date of Birth: 11 May 1952 Origin: Iran Description: She is a woman of skill who has played moving roles in "The Stoning of Soraya M." and "House of Sand and Fog". Noted Work: House of Sand and Fog, The Stoning of Soraya M., The Exorcism of Emily Rose, American Dreams, the Lake House, X Men: The Last Stand, The Adjustment Bureau, Iranium, 24, Smith, House of Saddam, Grimm.
    RINKO KIKUCHI
    Date of Birth: 6 January 1981 Origin: Japan Description: Noted as the first Japanese woman to be nominated for the Oscars in 50 years, Rinko has proved that skills can be a part of anyone, and cast and creed has nothing to do with it. Noted Work: The Taste of Tea, Babel, Norwegian Wood, Pacific Rim, 47 Ronin.
    SANDRA OH
    Date of Birth: 20 July 1971 Origin: Korean-Canadian Description: No one is going to forget the bubbly, sentimental, and smart Dr. Christina Yang from Grey's Anatomy for a long time to come, thanks to Sandra! Noted Work: Dancing at the Blue Iguana, Under the Tuscan Sun, Sideways, The Proud Family, American Dad!, Grey's Anatomy.
    ZHANG ZIYI
    Date of Birth: 9 February 1979 Origin: China Description: Considered one of the most bankable artists in China, she is also one of the most talented, with nominations for 3 BAFTA Awards and one Golden Globe. Noted Work: Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Rush Hour 2, Hero, House of Flying Daggers, 2046, Memoirs of Geisha, Horsemen, Dangerous Liaisons.
    LUCY LIU
    Date of Birth: 2 December 1968 Origin: Asian-American/Taiwanese Description: She is one of the most well-known actresses in Hollywood, be it playing one of the angels in "Charlie's Angels" or Ling Woo in "Ally McBeal". Once a model, she is a producer now. After all, who wouldn't fall for that amazing smile? Noted Work: Payback, Shanghai Noon, Charlie's Angels Series, Kill Bill Series, Lucky Number Slevin, Kung Fu Panda, Nomads, The Trouble with Bliss, The Man with the Iron Fists, Pearl, Ally McBeal, Marry Me, Southland, Elementary.
    MARGARET CHO
    Date of Birth: 5 December 1968 Origin: Asian-American/Chinese Description: She is a woman who can make us laugh and doesn't mind being laughed at. She is a fashion designer and an LGBT rights' activist. Here's to a woman of substance! Noted Work: Face Off, One Missed Call, 17 Again, All American Girl, Drop Dead Diva, 30 Rock.
    MICHELLE YEOH
    Date of Birth: 6 August 1962 Origin: Malaysia Description: If you were looking for someone bold and beautiful, look no further! She has acted in Oscar-nominated martial arts films, and did her own stunts, no less! To top it off, she has also been a Bond girl! Noted Work: Tomorrow Never Dies, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Executioners, Once A Cop, Memoirs of Geisha, Fearless, Babylon AD, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor, True Legend, Reign of Assassins, Kung Fu Panda 2.
    YUNJIN KIM
    Date of Birth: 7 November 1973 Origin: Korea Description: If you've ever been a fan of "Lost", you have definitely been a fan of Kim's. And who could forget the saucy Karen Kim in "Mistresses"? She has also had numerous film appearances. Noted Work: The Legend of Gingko, Yesterday, Ardor, Seven Days, Harmony, The Neighbor, Wedding Dress Drama, Lost, Mistresses.
    MING-NA WEN
    Date of Birth: 20 November 1963 Origin: Macau/ Asian-American Description: She is beauty and brains personified and has had a diverse set of roles credited to her name, one of them being the adorable-yet-strong Fa Mulan in "Mulan". Noted Work: The Joy Luck Club, Street Fighter, One Night Stand, Mulan Series, Prom Night, Push, Todd McFarlane's Spawn, Vanished, Two and a Half Men, Stargate Universe, Eureka, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.
    BAI LING
    Date of Birth: 10 October 1966 Origin: China/ Asian-American Description: She is not afraid to go against the grain and play roles that are gritty and out of the box. She is confident, strong, and undeniably beautiful. Noted Work: The Crow, Nixon, Red Corner, Wild Wild West, Angel, The Wild Thornberrys, Shaolin Soccer, The Breed, Point of Origin, Paris, My Baby's Daddy, Dumplings, Lords of Dogtown, Entourage, Nomad, Man About Town, Lost, Living & Dying, Toxic, A Beautiful Life, Crank: High Voltage, The Confidant.
    DEVON AOKI
    Date of Birth: 10 August 1982 Origin: Japanese-American Description: She didn't let her height impediment stop her from being the face of big names like Lancôme, Chanel, Versace, Hugo Boss, Moschino, Fendi, and Ungaro, amongst others. Her beauty and screen presence led her into films eventually. Noted Work: Death of a Dynasty, 2 Fast 2 Furious, D.E.B.S., Sin City, DOA: Dead or Alive, Mutant Chronicles, War.
    AISHWARYA RAI BACHCHAN
    Date of Birth: 1 November 1973 Origin: India Description: Credited as one of the most beautiful women in the world, she started of as a model winning the Miss World Pageant. She has been the face of L'Oréal, Lakmé, Titan, Longines, Coca-Cola, and Fuji amongst other. Beyond that she is a talented actress who has acted in numerous Bollywood films, which didn't go unnoticed by Hollywood either! Noted Work: (In Hollywood) - The Mistress of Spices, Pink Panther 2, Bride and Prejudice, Provoked, The Last Legion.
    MAGGIE Q
    Date of Birth: 22 May 1979 Origin: Asian-American/Vietnam Description: She is a model-turned actress who has won us over with both her beauty and her talent. Jackie Chan noticed her potential, and thus began her journey as a celebrated actress. Noted Work: Rush Hour 2, The Naked Weapon, The Trouble-Makers, Around the World in 80 Days, Earthlings, Mission: Impossible III, Live Free or Die Hard, Balls of Fury, Deception, New York, I Love You, Operation: Endgame, The King of Fighters, Priest, Divergent, Nikita, Stalker.
    BAE DOONA
    Date of Birth: 11 October 1979 Origin: Korea Description: She was already a star in the Korean film industry when she stepped into the glitz and glamor of Hollywood, and proved that she is just as good out here. Noted Work: Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance, Tube, Linda Linda Linda, The Host, As One, Cloud Atlas, A Girl at My Door.
    JAMIE CHUNG
    Date of Birth: 10 April 1983 Origin: Korean-American Description: She was one of the most noted reality TV stars before appearing in numerous hit films in Hollywood. Noted Work: The Real World: San Diego, Real World/Road Rules Challenge: The Inferno II, Dragonball Evolution, Grown Ups, Sucker Punch, The Hangover II & III, Premium Rush, The Man with the Iron Fists, Eden, 7500, Sin City: A Dame to Kill For, ER, Days of Our Lives, Greek, Once Upon a Time, Believe.
    NOUREEN DEWULF
    Date of Birth: 28 February 1984 Origin: India/ Asian-American Description: Starting out as a cast member in an Oscar-nominated film, she has since played a wide variety of roles, providing us comic relief on numerous occasions. Noted Work: West Bank Story, Ghosts of Girlfriends Past, The Back-Up Plan, Outsourced, Anger Management, American Dreamz, Ocean's Thirteen, The Comebacks, The Babymakers, Breakaway.
    KELLY HU
    Date of Birth: 13 February 1968 Origin: Asian-American/ China Description: She was the first model to win the Miss USA state title after winning the Teen USA Pageant. She has since worked in numerous films and television series. Noted Work: The Doors, No Way Back, Strange Days, The Scorpion King, Cradle 2 the Grave, X2, The Librarian: Quest for the Spear, Underclassmen, The Tournament, Batman: Under the Red Hood, Green Lantern: Emerald Nights, White Frog, Growing Pains, Nash Brides, Martial Law, CSI: NY, Phineas and Ferb, Army Wives, The Vampire Diaries, Arrow, Warehouse 13.
    MINDY KALING
    Date of Birth: 24 June 1979 Origin: India/ Asian-American Description: Recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, she has provided us with comedy, not just with her acting, but by also scripting and producing episodes for her shows. Noted Work: The Mindy Project, The Office, This Is The End, Wreck-It Ralph, The Five-Year Engagement, License to Wed, No Strings Attached, Despicable Me.
    GRACE PARK
    Date of Birth: 14 March 1974 Origin: Korean-American Description: Her dimpled smile, attractive looks, and range of character portrayals has landed her on the most popular Asians in Hollywood list. Noted Work: Battlestar Galactica, Edgemont, Hawaii Five-O, The Cleaner, The Boarder.
    GONG LI
    Date of Birth: 31 December 1965 Origin: China Description: Apart from her work in Hollywood, she is noted for bringing Chinese films onto the American and British forefront. She has won 2 Golden Rooster Awards, 2 Hundred Flowers Award, The Cannes Film Festival's Berlinale Camera Trophy, the Volpi Cup, New York Film Critics' Award, and the National Board of Review. Who wouldn't love to own a resume like that? Noted Work: Codename Cougar, A Terracotta Warrior, Ju Dou, Raise the Red Lantern, The Story of Qui Ju, Farewell My Concubine, Temptress Moon, Breaking the Silence, Memoirs of Geisha, Miami Vice, Curse of the Golden Flower, Hannibal Rising, What Women Want.
    Asians have shown us that not only are they one of the smartest people on Earth, they are not far behind when it comes to talent. Hollywood better watch out, because there are many more Asian talents waiting to burst onto the big screen!

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