Top 10 ethnic entertainers who deserve the Academy’s attention (With Pictures)

5. Dev Patel, Actor in a Leading Role

Dev Patel came to us as a surprise in the movie Slumdog Millionaire co-starring Frieda Pinto. The world was not expecting to see a Bollywood film star and actor shine to so bright, but there was no denying the talent of Patel. Since then, his career has exploded with several great roles. His lead role in the science fiction film Chappie grossed $102.1 million worldwide and he was able to hold his own in The Second Best Exotic Marigold Hotel with Richard Gere and Judi Dench. His resume will be diversifying with his role this year in the Japanese animated film called Only Yesterday.