The world of entertainment has undergone a significant transformation over the years, with this evolution of the entertainment industry, actors are now just as keen to work on TV and OTT platforms as they are to make movies. A great example of someone who started his career on the small screen and went on to become one of the most successful actors in Bollywood is Shah Rukh Khan. He began his journey with the TV show Fauji, and over time, through his hard work and dedication, he became the King Khan of Bollywood, inspiring many others to follow in his footsteps.
Here are a few B-Town celebrities who have made the switch from small screen to cinema hall swiftly!
R Madhavan
Did you know that R Madhavan, the popular Indian actor, started his acting journey with some amazing TV shows like Banegi Apni Baat, Ghar Jamai, Saaya, and Aarohan? And he has given some memorable performances in movies like Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein, 3 Idiots, and Tanu Weds Manu.
Mahesh Shetty
Mahesh Shetty is winning hearts with his performance as Rajan Unnithan in the recent action film ‘Fighter’. Before his notable performances on the big screen, he was a popular face on television with well-known shows like ‘Pavitra Rishta’, ‘Bade Achhe Lagte Hain’, ‘Parichay’, and more. Mahesh’s journey from television to the silver screen is an inspiration for aspiring actors who dream of making it in Bollywood. His dedication and hard work have paid off, and we can’t wait to see more of his outstanding performances in the future.
Mrunal Thakur
Mrunal Thakur’s journey from a television show to becoming a prominent name in Bollywood is a true inspiration. The actress started her career with the popular TV show ‘Kumkum Bhagya’ and was recently seen flaunting her acting skills alongside Shahid Kapoor in ‘Jersey’. Her success story is a testament to the fact that with dedication and determination, anyone can make it big in life.
Vikrant Massey
Vikrant Massey, who started his career as a TV actor, is now receiving immense love and appreciation for his work in a recent movie, ‘12th Fail’. His journey from TV shows to Bollywood debut is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for acting.
Sushant Singh Rajput
Sushant Singh Rajput rose to fame through his television debut, where he played the role of Manav in the show ‘Pavitra Rishta’. He later went on to make his mark in Bollywood with his first big break in the movie ‘Kai Po Che’, co-starring Amit Sadh and Rajkummar Rao. And we all remember the amazing performances of the actor in iconic Bollywood movies like ‘M.S. Dhoni – The Untold Story’, ‘Chhichhore’, ‘Kedarnath’, and many more.
