It turns out that most fellas just assume these recognisable stars are completely 'out of their league' and, therefore, never muster up the guts to make a move.

Truth is, they couldn't be more foolish!

C'mon, every woman loves a compliment. And what's the worst that can happen? You get rejected? That's just one more experience to draw from next time, on your quest to land the perfect lady.

And so, with that in mind, we search the entertainment, sports, business and political worlds in order to bring you India’s most eligible (and hot!) single women.

Without further ado...

Mallika Sherawat: Age 36

If Ugly Aur Pugli gives us a glimpse into real world dating with Mallika Sherawat [Images], perhaps her current single status begins to make more sense. Slap!

But even we can forgive two-three jhaps for a chance with this lovely lady.

After all, she's not only beautiful, charming and highly intelligent; she's about as sexually liberated as a girl can be in conservative India.

And though the lawsuits and complaints keep coming from cantankerous conservatives, irate at Ms Sherawat's skimpy attire, the hormone-saturated young males of India salute you, Mallika. We truly do.

Anybody else you think should make it to this list? Post your comments on the message board below!

Photograph: Cosmopolitan

Also see: Poll: India's most eligible bachelors!

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