18 ) facts -indian actors who shifted career

 

1. Amitabh Bachchan: Before becoming a legendary actor, Amitabh Bachchan worked as a freight broker in a shipping firm. His breakthrough came with the film “Zanjeer,” and he went on to become one of the most iconic actors in Indian cinema1.

2. Boman Irani: Irani started his career as a waiter and then ran a bakery before pursuing acting. He gained fame with his role in “Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.” and has since become a respected actor in Bollywood2.

3. Nawazuddin Siddiqui: Siddiqui worked as a chemist and a watchman before moving to Mumbai to pursue acting. He struggled for many years before gaining recognition with films like “Gangs of Wasseypur” and "The Lunchbox"2.

4. Taapsee Pannu: Pannu worked as a software engineer before transitioning to acting. She has since made a name for herself with powerful performances in films like “Pink” and "Thappad"3.

5. John Abraham: Abraham started his career in media planning and modeling before becoming an actor. He gained fame with his debut film “Jism” and has since starred in numerous successful films3.

6. Parineeti Chopra: Chopra worked in public relations and marketing at Yash Raj Films before making her acting debut. She has since become a popular actress with films like “Ishaqzaade” and "Hasee Toh Phasee"3.
7. Sushant Singh Rajput: Rajput started his career as a television actor and also pursued engineering before transitioning to Bollywood. He gained fame with films like “Kai Po Che!” and “MS Dhoni: The Untold Story.”
8. R. Madhavan: Madhavan initially worked as a public speaking and personality development trainer before becoming an actor. He became popular with films like “Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein” and “3 Idiots.”
9. Bhumi Pednekar: Pednekar worked as an assistant casting director at Yash Raj Films before making her acting debut in “Dum Laga Ke Haisha.” She has since starred in several successful films.
10. Ayushmann Khurrana: Khurrana started his career as a radio jockey and television host before transitioning to acting. He gained recognition with his debut film “Vicky Donor” and has since become known for his versatile roles.
11. Rajinikanth: Before becoming a superstar, Rajinikanth worked as a bus conductor in Bangalore. He entered the film industry and became one of the most iconic actors in Indian cinema.
12. Arshad Warsi: Warsi worked as a choreographer and in various odd jobs before making his acting debut. He gained fame with his role in “Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.” and has since become a popular actor
13. Irrfan Khan: Before becoming an acclaimed actor, Irrfan Khan worked various odd jobs and struggled for many years in the industry. He eventually gained international recognition with films like “Slumdog Millionaire” and “Life of Pi.”
14. Akshay Kumar: Kumar worked as a chef and waiter in Bangkok before returning to India and starting his career in modeling and acting. He became one of Bollywood’s most successful actors with hits like “Khiladi” series and “Airlift.”
15. Sonakshi Sinha: Sinha studied fashion designing and worked as a costume designer before making her acting debut in “Dabangg.” She has since starred in numerous successful films.
16. Randeep Hooda: Hooda worked in marketing and as a model before pursuing acting. He gained recognition with films like “Highway” and “Sarbjit.”
17. Vicky Kaushal: Kaushal studied engineering and worked briefly in the field before transitioning to acting. He gained fame with his role in “Masaan” and has since starred in successful films like “Uri: The Surgical Strike.”
18. Yami Gautam: Gautam studied law and was preparing for civil services before she decided to pursue a career in acting. She gained fame with her debut film “Vicky Donor” and has since appeared in several successful films.
19. Anupam Kher: Kher worked as a teacher at the National School of Drama before pursuing acting full-time. He has since become one of the most respected actors in Indian cinema, known for his roles in films like “Saaransh” and “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.”
20. Shah Rukh Khan: Khan started his career in television and worked in various small roles before making his Bollywood debut. He became one of the biggest stars in Indian cinema with hits like “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” and “My Name is Khan.”
21. Vidya Balan: Balan faced numerous rejections and worked in television before making her film debut. She gained fame with her role in “Parineeta” and has since become known for her powerful performances in films like “Kahaani” and “Tumhari Sulu.”
22. Richa Chadha: Chadha worked as a writer and theater artist before transitioning to films. She gained recognition with her role in “Gangs of Wasseypur” and has since appeared in several critically acclaimed films.
23. Sidharth Malhotra: Malhotra started his career as a model and assistant director before making his acting debut in “Student of the Year.” He has since starred in several successful films.
24. Kangana Ranaut: Ranaut initially pursued a career in modeling and theater before making her film debut. She has become one of the most acclaimed actresses in Bollywood with roles in films like “Queen” and “Tanu Weds Manu.