MUMBAI: With 43 per cent votes in the ‘Vuclip Icons of the Year 2012’ mobile survey, Amitabh Bachchan has been voted as the most admired celebrity along with Sridevi who left behind the likes of Kareena Kapoor, Sonakshi Sinha and Vidya Balan with 33 per cent votes.

"I am humbled to see the overwhelming response from my fans. I would like to take this opportunity to thank them once again for their love, blessings and unstinted support towards me and my movies. Whatever I have achieved in life is because of the love and support of my fans," averred Sridevi in a statement.

Aditya Chopra was chosen as the most admired Bollywood filmmaker.

"These findings reflect the opinions and expectations of a hundred thousand Indians on whom they view as an ideal leader. Being the most admired icon means more than just being successful," said Vuclip director India Business Nikhil Naik.

Among the most admired Bollywood composers, A.R. Rahman emerged victorious with 70 per cent votes while Sonu Nigam bagged the title of the most admired male playback singer.