From Beyoncé to Saif Ali Khan, meet the famous celebrities who are related to royalty - There are some celebrities acr- Navbharat Times Photodhamal

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There are some celebrities across genres who have had such monumental careers that in a way, they are a form of royalty on their own. While they may feel like queens and kings to us commoners, a surprising number of our favourite celebrities actually have direct connections to monarchies. You sure know that our very own Bollywood hunk Saif Ali Khan is a Nawab, but did you know that pop sensation Beyoncé is related to the British monarch? How? Well, you will have to scroll through to find that out! We bring you the most famous celebrities and how they are related to royalty.

In This Pic : soha ali khan, Saif Ali Khan, Beyonce

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The next time, do not let anyone tell you that Beyoncé isn't the queen. She is actually royalty! The singer isn't just Queen Bee, but also the 25th cousins, once removed, of Queen Elizabeth II. Their shared ancestor is Henry II.

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Bollywood actress Aditi Rao Hydari is by all means indeed the true epitome of royalty. Her regal aura is enough evidence to make you believe that she is royalty. But much more, in reality, Aditi is a princess. She is a descendant of not one but two royal families. Aditi's maternal grandfather J Rameshwar Rao was the leader of the Wanaparthy state while her paternal grandfather was Muhammad Saleh Akbar Hydari, who had also been the former Governor of the province of Assam.

In This Pic : Aditi Rao Hydari

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As if being a hotel heiress was not enough for Paris Hilton! The model revealed that she has links to the British royal family. In an interview with an esteemed publication, the socialite said that she has some blue blood running through her veins and is related to the Queen of England. After taking a surprise DNA test, Paris found out that she was Queen Elizabeth II's 20th cousin.

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Thandiwe Newton joins the ranks of Hollywood celebrities for her roles in blockbuster films. But the star has ties to royalty. Her mother Nyasha Newton is a Zimbabwean princess. Their royal Shona heritage passes through generations, which means her daughters are considered princesses as well.

In This Pic : Saif Ali Khan