Our 2026 list of the most handsome men in the world features Robert Pattinson, Chris Evans, Hrithik Roshan, Jonathan Bailey, David Beckham, Tom Cruise, V of BTS, Zayn Malik, Chris Hemsworth and Mahesh Babu. Looks are subjective, so this list is based on lasting popularity, magazine recognition and fan following, not on any scientific score.
Lists like this appear every year, and many quote “face symmetry” percentages. Those numbers have no reliable scientific basis, so we have left them out. Instead, here is what each man is known for and what he is doing in 2026.
Quick facts
| Name | Country | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Pattinson | UK | Twilight, The Batman |
| Chris Evans | USA | Captain America |
| Hrithik Roshan | India | Krrish, War |
| Jonathan Bailey | UK | Bridgerton, Wicked |
| David Beckham | UK | Football, Inter Miami |
| Tom Cruise | USA | Mission: Impossible, Top Gun |
| V (Kim Tae-hyung) | South Korea | BTS |
| Zayn Malik | UK | One Direction, solo music |
| Chris Hemsworth | Australia | Thor, Extraction |
| Mahesh Babu | India | Telugu cinema |
1. Robert Pattinson
Born in London on 13 May 1986, Pattinson first drew attention as Cedric Diggory in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005) and became a global name as Edward Cullen in the Twilight films. He later built a strong reputation in films such as Good Time, The Lighthouse and Tenet.
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He played Batman in The Batman (2022) and starred in Bong Joon-ho’s Mickey 17 (2025). His 2026 releases include The Drama with Zendaya and Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, and The Batman Part II is in production.
2. Chris Evans
Evans, born on 13 June 1981, is best known as Steve Rogers, or Captain America, in the Marvel films from 2011 onwards. People magazine named him its Sexiest Man Alive in 2022.
He married Portuguese actor Alba Baptista in September 2023. In December 2025 it was revealed that he would return as Steve Rogers in Avengers: Doomsday, due in December 2026.
3. Hrithik Roshan
Born on 10 January 1974, Hrithik made his debut as a lead in Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000), which was a major hit. He is admired for his dancing and physique, and his films include Koi… Mil Gaya, Krrish, Jodhaa Akbar, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, War and Fighter.
He has won six Filmfare Awards. War 2 (2025) did not do well at the box office, and his next big project is Krrish 4, which will also mark his debut as a director.
4. Jonathan Bailey
The British actor became widely known as Anthony Bridgerton in Netflix’s Bridgerton and played Fiyero in the Wicked films. He also starred in Jurassic World Rebirth (2025).
People magazine named him its Sexiest Man Alive for 2025, which is why he joins our list this year.
5. David Beckham
Born on 2 May 1975, Beckham won 19 major trophies in his playing career with clubs including Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain. His style and hairstyles made him a fashion icon as much as a footballer.
He is president and co-owner of Inter Miami and co-owner of Salford City. He married Victoria Beckham in 1999. He was appointed OBE in 2003 and was knighted in 2025.
6. Tom Cruise
Born on 3 July 1962, Cruise has been a leading Hollywood star for four decades. Top Gun: Maverick crossed $1 billion at the box office, the biggest of his career.
Mission: Impossible, The Final Reckoning (2025) was billed as his last outing as Ethan Hunt. He received an honorary Academy Award at the Governors Awards in November 2025, and his next film, Digger, is directed by Alejandro G. Inarritu.
7. V (Kim Tae-hyung)
V, born Kim Tae-hyung on 30 December 1995 in Daegu, is a singer in BTS, one of the most popular music groups in the world. His solo EP Layover (2023) debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200.
He enlisted for South Korea’s mandatory military service in December 2023 and was discharged on 10 June 2025. Fans often praise his calm screen presence and fashion sense.
8. Zayn Malik
Born in Bradford, England, on 12 January 1993, Zayn rose to fame with One Direction and left the band in March 2015. His solo hits include Pillowtalk and Dusk Till Dawn, a 2017 single with Sia.
He was in a relationship with model Gigi Hadid from 2015 to 2021, and they have a daughter. Some older articles wrongly say the two were married. He released the album Konnakol in April 2026 and began a tour the following month.
9. Chris Hemsworth
Born in Melbourne on 11 August 1983, Hemsworth has played Thor in the Marvel films since 2011. He also leads Netflix’s Extraction series and played the villain Dementus in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga (2024).
He married Spanish actor Elsa Pataky in 2010. In 2026 he appeared in Crime 101 and is set to return as Thor in Avengers: Doomsday.
10. Mahesh Babu
Born on 9 August 1975, Mahesh Babu is the son of Telugu actor Krishna and one of the biggest stars of Telugu cinema. His hits include Okkadu, Athadu, Pokiri, Dookudu and Srimanthudu.
He has won nine Nandi Awards and five Filmfare Awards South. He married actor Namrata Shirodkar in 2005. His next film is S. S. Rajamouli’s Varanasi, co-starring Priyanka Chopra, scheduled for 2027.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the most handsome man in the world in 2026?
There is no official ranking. Our list places Robert Pattinson first for his lasting popularity, but magazine and fan polls differ every year.
Are face symmetry scores real?
Percentages quoted for celebrity faces are not backed by reliable science. Attractiveness is personal and cultural, so such scores should be treated as entertainment.
Which Indian actors are on the list?
Hrithik Roshan and Mahesh Babu represent India in this year’s list.
Who was People’s Sexiest Man Alive in 2025?
British actor Jonathan Bailey received the title for 2025.
Sources: Wikipedia: Sexiest Man Alive, Wikipedia: Hrithik Roshan, Wikipedia: Zayn Malik.
