Bollywood’s climate warriors

Earth Day

Several Bollywood actors frequently lead environmental advocacy in India, focusing on climate change, plastic reduction and sustainability. On Earth Day, here’s looking at how they contribute.

Aamir Khan

Founded the ‘Paani Foundation’, focusing on water conservation and drought prevention in Maharashtra.

Richa Chadha 

Promotes sustainable fashion and urban farming, often sharing tips on growing food and reducing plastic use.

Bhumi Pednekar 

Through her initiative, ‘Climate Warrior’, she focuses on sustainable living, recently planting 3,000 saplings for environmental causes.

Dia Mirza

A UN Environment Goodwill Ambassador, she promotes a zero-waste, plastic-free lifestyle and advocates for habitat conservation.

Alia Bhatt 

Initiated #BeatPlasticPollution, runs the ‘Coexist’ platform for ecological welfare, and launched a sustainable children's clothing brand, Ed-a-Mamma.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas 

Known as a ‘green crusader’, she supports national environmental campaigns and has produced award-winning films focused on water conservation.