Top 10 most Searched Persons on Google in India in 2025
1) Vinesh Phogat
2) Nitish Kumar
3) Chirag Paswan
4) Hardik Pandya
5) Pawan Kalyan
6) Shashank Singh
7) Poonam Pandey
8) Radhika Merchant
9) Abhishek Sharma
10) Lakshya Sen
Top 10 Most Searched Individuals in India in 2024
As 2024 comes to an end, Google has unveiled the list of the top 10 most searched individuals in India. This year, sports stars, politicians, and entertainers captured the nation’s curiosity. Here’s a closer look at the personalities who made the biggest impact:
1. Vinesh Phogat
Wrestler Vinesh Phogat grabbed the spotlight at the Paris Olympics by becoming the first Indian woman wrestler to reach the finals. However, her journey took a turn when she was disqualified for being overweight. Following this, Vinesh announced her retirement from wrestling and began a new chapter in politics, winning a seat as an MLA from Haryana.
2. Nitish Kumar
Bihar’s seasoned politician Nitish Kumar became a trending topic after rejoining the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in January 2024. Known for his frequent political realignments, his moves during the Lok Sabha elections kept people talking and even inspired a wave of memes.
3. Chirag Paswan
Chirag Paswan, the Hajipur Member of Parliament (MP) and Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, gained attention for his growing political career. As a young and dynamic leader in Indian politics, he continued to make headlines throughout the year.
4. Hardik Pandya
The Indian cricketer faced a tough IPL season but made an incredible comeback in the T20 World Cup with outstanding performances. Apart from his cricketing achievements, Hardik’s personal life also drew attention as he went through a divorce with Natasa Stankovic in 2024.
5. Pawan Kalyan
Popularly known as “Power Star,” actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan had a memorable year. As the leader of the Jana Sena Party, he became the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Pawan’s unique ability to balance his film career and politics fascinated fans and voters alike.
6. Shashank Singh
Shashank Singh emerged as one of the standout performers in IPL 2024. Bought as a surprise pick during the mini-auction, he silenced critics with incredible performances, making him one of the most talked-about players of the year.
7. Poonam Pandey
Model and actress Poonam Pandey sparked controversy with a publicity stunt that went too far. She faked her death for a cancer awareness campaign, which drew significant backlash online and in the media.
8. Radhika Merchant
Radhika Merchant, who married Anant Ambani in a grand ceremony, became one of the most searched individuals this year. The extravagant celebrations, including a traditional Samuh Vivah (mass marriage) as part of the wedding festivities, kept her in the spotlight.
9. Abhishek Sharma
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s star cricketer Abhishek Sharma impressed cricket fans with his record-breaking performances. He smashed the fastest IPL 50 and scored his maiden domestic century during a T20I series against Zimbabwe, making him a player to watch.
10. Lakshya Sen
Badminton sensation Lakshya Sen made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming the first Indian man to reach the semi-finals in badminton singles. Although he narrowly missed out on a medal, his incredible journey and performances earned him immense admiration.