MUMBAI: Over the past few years, Bollywood has seen a sharp rise in self-made actors who’ve connected deeply with the audiences purely on the basis of their drive to perform, grow, reinvent, and soar past the formulaic rules of attaining success. Here’s looking at the top five actors who’ve redefined what it means to actually ‘make it’ in Bollywood!
Pooja Hegde: Celebrated as the ultimate pan-Indian artist, Pooja Hegde has worked with some of the most celebrated actors and directors in the South and Hindi belt, only to deliver blockbuster hits, some of which include Beast, DJ, Maharshi, Housefull 4 and others. Whether it’s about seeping deep into the nuances of a particular character or earning the moniker of a hookstep queen, the birthday girl has risen to become the top choice for classic commercial films.
Triptii Dimri: Triptii Dimri is paving her way to stardom, purely on the basis of her hardwork and the clear sense to make careful choices of films. From Laila Majnu, Qala, Bulbbul to the recently released Dhadak 2, Triptii has carved a body of work that screams ‘performance’. With each film and each character, she has proven herself as a dedicated outsider who is standing shoulder to shoulder with some of her acclaimed peers.
Bhumi Pednekar: Bhumi Pednekar is known for breaking screen barriers by making bold choices, whether it’s Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Badhaai Do, Toilet: Ek Prem Katha, and others. Each of her films carries strong messages about body positivity, sanitation, hygiene, and many sensitive aspects. At times when actresses often choose the predictable path, Bhumi Pednekar has often taken creative risks, and they’ve worked!
Ayushmann Khurrana: Over the past few years, Ayushmann Khurrana has created a unique niche of his own with his screen choices that mirror society, human behavior, and sometimes, the unseen sides of it. Whether it’s Andhadhun, Article 15, Badhaai Ho, Dreamgirl or others, each choice has remained strikingly different from one another, and this is exactly what makes Ayushmann Khurrana a standout performer!
Rajkummar Rao: Rajkummar Rao has earned himself the title of a versatile performer. With films like Srikanth, Trapped, Stree, Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana, and others, he has constantly chased newness and reinvention. His drive to shed layers of the past and enter new zones has made him one of the most in-demand actors of today’s time.
These actors are proving that success is no longer measured by box office numbers; it’s assessed based on an actor’s knack to go beyond the imaginable!
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