6 Bollywood theatre actors who made a mark on all mediums

Bollywood Actors who worked in theatre

Bollywood cinema is world of iconic movies and blockbuster performances. From heart-wrenching dramas to nail biting mystery thrillers, the talent is profoundly abundant in the the entertainment industry. From the rise of remarkable actors like Rajkummar Rao, Manuj Sharma to compelling performances from Vijay Verma and Vicky Kaushal, here are 6 exceptional theatre actors have seamlessly transitioned into the world of movies, leaving a lasting impact with their breathtaking performances.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin's portrayal of the notorious Ganesh Gaitonde in ‘Sacred Games’ and the vengeful Liak in ‘Badlapur’ left audiences resonating with his underdog personality which left a lasting impact. 

Manoj Bajpayee

Manoj Bajpayee's iconic portrayal of Srikant Tiwari in ‘The Family Man’ and the ruthless Sardar Khan in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’ has become etched in the minds of audiences.

Rajkummar Rao

Rajkummar Rao charmed viewers with his witty performance in ‘Bareilly Ki Barfi’ and displayed versatility in the intense thriller horror-comedy ‘, ‘Stree’. 

Vicky Kaushal

Vicky Kaushal's emotionally charged performance in ‘Masaan’, and fierce determination in ‘Uri’, established him as a force to be reckoned with in Bollywood.

Vijay Varma

Vijay Varma showcased his versatility as an actor through his standout performances as Ravi in ‘Darlings’, the cunning Shatrughan Tyagi in "‘Mirzapur’, Anand in "Dahaad" and others.

Manuj Sharma

After winning accolades for his theatre endeavours Manuj Sharma gave some remarkable performances by choosing the most versatile roles. He delivered delightful comic timing in ‘Lootcase’ and showcased his versatility in Suraj Pe Mangal Bhari’. 

The ability and skill acquired by these exceptional actors through their theatre roots shine brightly on the silver screen as they captivate audiences with their award-winning performances. Be it the stage, silver screen or the OTT platforms, these 6 actors have showed impeccable talent in the realm of cinema and given us some of our most loved characters with their brilliant performances.

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