Actress Deepika Padukone has been named the sexiest Asian woman in the world for the year 2016.
She has dethroned actress Priyanka Chopra, who has won the title four times in the popular list that is annually published by Britain-based Eastern Eye newspaper.
Deepika, who is soon set to make her Hollywood debut with "xXx: Return of Xander Cage" opposite actor Vin Diesel, said in a statement: "It does bring a smile to my face, but sexy means different things to different people. For me, it's not just physical. Being comfortable with who you are, is sexy. Confidence is sexy. Innocence and vulnerability is sexy."
![](https://media.darpanmagazine.com/library/uploads/entertainment/content/deepika-priyanka2@#</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
the 2016 edition of the popular annual poll was based on millions of votes pouring in from across the globe.</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
talking about deepika, eastern eye's entertainment editor asjad nazir, who founded the list and puts it together annually, said: "with huge films releasing next year, it looks like 2017 will be an even bigger year and more international producers will try stealing away the jewel in bollywood's crown."</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
.jpg)
, katrina kaif (seventh), sonam kapoor (eight), pakistani actress mahira khan (ninth) and gauhar khan (10th).</div>
<div>
</div>
<div>
.jpg)
, who is the first woman ever to be included as an editor's choice in the 13-year history of the long-running countdown. </div>.jpg)
MORE Bollywood ARTICLES
Ranveer Singh Says He Loves Being Looked Upon As A Sex Symbol!
"I love female attention, I have always admitted that," Ranveer says, adding, "I was a fat kid till I was 14 so female attention is golden for me."
Ranveer Singh Says He Loves Being Looked Upon As A Sex Symbol!
Akshay Kumar Reveals First Look Of 'Jolly LLB 2'
Actor Akshay Kumar has unveiled the first look of his much-awaited movie "Jolly LLB 2".
Akshay Kumar Reveals First Look Of 'Jolly LLB 2'
Where Are Yuvraj Singh And Hazel Keech Going For Their Honeymoon
Word is, Hazel is keen to head to Hawaii because she always dreamt of visiting the famed Waikiki beach.
Where Are Yuvraj Singh And Hazel Keech Going For Their Honeymoon
PICS: Katrina Kaif Scorches In Beach-front Photoshoot In Maldives
During her recent trip to Maldives for a photo shoot, Katrina Kaif had been bombarding social media with her sexy snapshots.
PICS: Katrina Kaif Scorches In Beach-front Photoshoot In Maldives
Yuvraj, Hazel A Handsome Couple: Rishi Kapoor
Veteran actor Rishi Kapoor has congratulated cricketer Yuvraj Singh and actress Hazel Keech on their wedding and called them a "handsome couple".
Yuvraj, Hazel A Handsome Couple: Rishi Kapoor
Divyang Divas, A Respectable Name For Differently Abled: Big B
"Today a day to honour those differently abled. Divyang Divas… a most respectable deserving name… dedicated to the deserving," Amitabh posted on Twitter.