The following individuals are frequently cited as the top performers with Indian or South Asian roots based on industry visibility and awards: Priya Rai:

Today, Sunny Leone is an entrepreneur, a mother of two, and a fixture in advertising campaigns for everything from luxury condoms to cold drinks. She has successfully rebranded herself from a "fallen woman" archetype into a symbol of empowerment for some, and a guilty pleasure for others.

Born Karenjit Kaur Vohra to Sikh Punjabi parents in Ontario, Canada, Leone’s story begins far removed from the glare of the Mumbai paparazzi. Her entry into the adult industry was a choice made in the West, where the stigma, while present, operates differently than in South Asia.

: Known for her work in the adult film industry, Pooja has spoken about the challenges faced by women in this sector.

In recent years, the definition of an "adult actress" in India has shifted toward the . With the ban on many traditional pornographic sites, local streaming apps like Ullu and AltBalaji have gained massive popularity.