Is Alia the only bankable box office female star in the world?

Alia Bhatt might be the only female actress in the world who could pull audience to cinemas for "original" films. Hollywood currently faces challenges with movie stars struggling to open "original" films solely based on their name. Jennifer Lawrence's failed miserable with No Hard Feelings flopping and is in ruts following back to back box office flops, Emma Stone has taken a step back from making commercial films and Margot Robbie's mega success hinged on the iconic "Barbie" brand. Other actresses like Florence Pugh often rely on a lucky indie project firing for potential Oscar recognition. No actress in Hollywood can attract audiences to cinemas unless the film is based on an established IP.

Considering the lack of actresses in Korean or Chinese cinema who can attract audiences to cinemas, Alia Bhatt holds a unique position. She not only has the potential for critical acclaim but also box office pull to draw audiences to "original" films. Given her significant advantage in the Indian film industry, I wonder the necessity for her to pursue Hollywood when she can achieve both critical acclaim and audience patronage right at home, a feat that many actresses in other film industries struggle to achieve.

PS: I am not asserting that she has box office appeal in America or other countries. Therefore, please refrain from using Heart of Stone as an example. What I am emphasizing is that Alia Bhatt possesses a level of audience patronage in India that no actress can match in their own countries.