Many youngsters dream of getting a chance to work in the Indian film industry as it not only provides good earning options but it also makes a person famous all across the country. Every year few lucky young boys and girls make their debut in the Indian film industry but today we are going to tell you about those actresses who debuted even before turning 20.
Here’s a look at some of these talented actresses:
1. Karisma Kapoor:
Karisma Kapoor, belonging to the renowned Kapoor family, made her Bollywood debut at the age of 17 in the film Prem Qaidi (1991). Her portrayal of a young woman in love garnered attention, leading to a successful career with numerous accolades. She has worked with almost all the big actors of her times including Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar, Govinda, Anil Kapoor and others.
2. Alia Bhatt:
Alia Bhatt stepped into Bollywood at 19 with Karan Johar’s Student of the Year (2012), playing the role of Shanaya Singhania. Her performance was well-received and she quickly became one of the industry’s leading actresses, known for her versatility. Before appearing in lead roles, Alia was also seen as a child artist on the big screen at the age of 6.
3. Wamiqa Gabbi:
Wamiqa Gabbi began her acting journey as a child artist in the Hindi film Jab We Met (2007) at the age of 14. She later transitioned to lead roles in Punjabi, Tamil and Telugu cinema, earning acclaim for her performances. Recently she was seen in Varun Dhawan starrer Baby John and though the movie flopped, Wamiqa Gabbi impressed everyone with her performance.
4. Rasha Thadani:
Rasha Thadani, daughter of famous actress Raveena Tandon and Anil Thadani, made her debut at the age of 19 with the movie Azaad, alongside Aaman Devgan who is Ajay Devgn’s nephew. The movie fell flat at the box-office but Rasha has certainly impressed everyone with her acting and dancing skills.
5. Zaira Wasim:
Zaira Wasim made a remarkable debut at 16 in Dangal (2016), portraying the young Geeta Phogat. Her compelling performance earned her the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress. She further showcased her talent in Secret Superstar (2017) before retiring from acting in 2019 due to personal reasons.
6. Kangana Ranaut:
Kangana Ranaut who has also entered politics now, debuted at the age of 19 yrs with Gangster (2006) in which she played the character of Simran, an alcoholic woman in a complex love triangle. Her raw and powerful performance earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut, paving the way for a successful and critically acclaimed career.
7. Sanjana Sanghi:
Sanjana Sanghi entered Bollywood at 15 with a supporting role in Ranbir Kapoor’s Rockstar (2011). She later gained prominence as the lead actress in Dil Bechara (2020), delivering a heartfelt performance that resonated with audiences.
These actresses have showcased immense talent from a young age and have garnered a huge fan following. Which of them is your favourite?
