The hottest actresses in Sandalwood

Sure, we heart Sandalwood actresses for their acting chops, but there is also the teeny tiny detail of them being super-duper hot that also comes into play when we pick our favourites. Here are some of the hottest actresses in the Kannada film industry. SANJJANAA The actress, who also goes by the name Archana Galrani, is one of the hottest actresses in the industry. The reason: her toned legs that go on forever. She also has a body to die for, which is hardly surprising, since she is a self-confessed yoga buff. Her come-hither expression sets pulses racing, even when she's playing the coy village belle.

AINDRITA RAY This Bengali bombshell sure is one super-hot gal. She may be a bit on the short side, but that hasn't stopped this pocket rocket from being high up on the list of the hottest actresses in the industry. She has a slender waist, which accentuates her curves, but still has a girl-next-door kind of look. Also, she sets the screen on fire whenever she shakes a leg. Va va voom, we say!

KRITI KHARBANDA She may have made her debut in a Telugu film, but Kriti really made a name for herself as an actress in the Kannada film industry. Her expressive eyes and lissome figure give her a wholesome appeal. She looks equally great in desi and Western outfits, something that should make her a success in Bollywood. And yes, she also has a killer set of pins, which she shows off to great effect.

PARUL YADAV This model-turned-actress has everything to become a hit in film industry, in both the looks and acting departments. Parul started her career in the glam industry as a model, which is hardly surprising, considering she has the height and a super-fit figure. Her fans love her for her award-winning acting skills. And let's not forget her curvy figure, which makes her a favourite for sizzling dance tracks.

SHARMIELA MANDRE This sizzling-hot actress has done movies in the Tamil and Telugu film industries, but she's best known for her Kannada films. She's got a body that is curvy and fit, and a smouldering expression that sets the screen on fire. Her raven tresses add to her appeal as a siren. What's more -- she can carry off desi and Western looks with aplomb.