From Debut to Stardom: Bollywood Actors who made it big in the last 5 years: Bollywood, the heart of Indian Cinema, is a vigorous industry that has been transforming since the last five years, evolving with a new generation of actors, fresh faces, stories, and styles stepping into the limelight and captivating audiences with their talent, charm, and skills.
They have taken bold risks, explored groundbreaking roles, and embraced a variety of platforms. These actors have not only demonstrated versatility and talent but have also embraced the changing dynamics of the industry, from big budget films to OTT platforms.
From their first appearances to achieving superstardom, these actors have developed significant niches for themselves setting new benchmarks in talent and star power.
In this article, we will explore the expedition of Bollywood actors who rose to superstars from debutants between 2019 to 2024.
TARA SUTARIA
Born on November 19,1995, Tara Sutaria, started her Bollywood journey alongside Ananya Pandey in Student of the Year 2 in 2019. She started her career as a singer in Disney India’s show BIG BADA BOOM and later she shifted to acting with Disney’s The Suite Life of Karan and Kabir and Oyye Jassie.
Her debut film Student of the Year 2 released in 2019 and in the same year her second film Marjavaan released, and she gained popularity for romantic and dramatic leads.
Her growing popularity and choice of roles suggests that she is here for an extensive career.
JAHNVI KAPOOR
Janhvi Kapoor, daughter of legendary actress Late. Sridevi made her debut film in 2018 opposite Ishaan Khatter in Dhadak, which gained much popularity.
While critics questioned her acting chops, her acting skills came out in Gunjan Saxena: The Kargil Girl (2020) and Roohi (2021) as mature and in depth.
Gunjan Saxena released in 2020 allowed Janhvi to portray the real story of one of India’s first Indian Air Force combat pilots, a role that earned her praise and critical acclaim. This move marked her transformation from a newcomer to a promising contender.
Another survival thriller role done by her was Mili which was released in 2022.
Her dedication suggests she is on her way to becoming one of the legendary ladies of Bollywood.
ISHAAN KHATTER
Born on November 1, 1995, is a talented actor in Bollywood. As he is the half-brother of Shahid Kapoor it can be said that he comes from a film-centric family. He is the son of Neelima Azeem and Rajesh Khatter.
Ishaan’s debut film was Dhadak opposite to Janhvi Kapoor but his first onscreen appearance was as a child artist in the 2005 released film Vaah Life Ho To Aisi while his lead role was in Beyond the Clouds (2017) that marked his official debut, but the film which made him a rising star and gained him popularity was Dhadak.
Since his debut he continued to experiment with distinct roles. In 2020, he starred in A Suitable Boy, where he portrayed Maan Kapoor and earned critical acclaim.
He also acted in Khaali Peeli (2020) which was an action-oriented film alongside Ananya Pandey. This shows his versatility. He is regarded as one of the promising talents of the younger generation of Indian Actors.
RASHMIKA MANDANNA
Rashmika Mandanna, born on April 5,1996 in Karnataka, India is one of the most popular actresses in Bollywood.
She began her acting career in 2016 with the Kannada Film Industry. Her first film was Kirik Party, which was a superhit and brought her a lot of popularity.
She is a South Indian Actress who made a massive impact in her Telugu and Kannada Films. Her debut in Bollywood was in 2022 with the film Goodbye opposite Amitabh Bachchan.
Her Entry into Bollywood was much awaited but her fans. Other projects like Mission Majnu and Animal were also superhit films in 2024.
In 2021 Rashmika made the mark in the pan-Indian landscape with Pushpa: The Rise, starring alongside Allu Arjun. Her character of Srivalli became iconic. Rashmika has also earned the title of National Crush.
SARA ALI KHAN
Born on August 12, 1995, daughter of Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh, Sara made her debut in 2018 with Kedarnath opposite to Sushant Singh Rajput.
But it was in the following years she gained fame. In 2019 her performance in Simba alongside Ranveer Singh capitulated her to fame. Sara’s ability to tackle both the serious roles as seen in Kedarnath and lighthearted comedy in Coolie No. 1 shows her versatility as an actress. With her blend of traditional beauty and modern appeal, Sara has become famous among the youth.
Despite mixed reviews in her films like Love Aaj Kal Sara continuously grows. She has willingly experimented with different genres and ensures to remain a prominent figure in BOLLYWOOD’s new wave of actors.
Over the last five years, Bollywood has witnessed the rise of a dynamic new generation of actors who have redefined what it means to be a star in the Indian film industry. These actors have navigated the complex world of Bollywood with talent and hard work.
Whether it is handling socially relevant issues, experimenting with new genres, or making bold career choices, these actors have risen from debutants to superstars, shaping the future of the industry. With their talent, dedication, and growing popularity, these actors have firmly established themselves as forces to be reckoned with in Indian cinema.
Content Writer – Gaurika Sharma