The world of Indian cinema is not limited to Hindi films only. India, with its diverse linguistic landscape, has a thriving film industry in various regional languages. Many Bollywood stars have not limited themselves to Hindi films but have also showcased their versatility in regional cinema. Based on this he has also expanded his fan base. In this article, we are going to tell you about those five powerful stars who have acted in many languages and have made significant contributions to Indian cinema as a whole-
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has not only made her mark in Bollywood but has also acted in many languages including Tamil, Telugu, Bengali and English. Aishwarya’s Tamil debut was in the critically acclaimed film ‘Iruvar’ (1997), directed by Mani Ratnam. She further expanded her linguistic repertoire with the Telugu film ‘Raavoi Chandamama’ (1999) directed by Jayant C. Paranji and the Bengali film ‘Chokher Bali’ (2003) directed by Rituparno Ghosh. Aishwarya’s international projects include ‘Bride and Prejudice’, ‘The Mistress of Spices’ and ‘The Pink Panther 2’.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas is a name that resonates globally today. Starting her career in Bollywood, she quickly rose to fame with her exceptional acting skills and charming screen presence. However, his talent was not limited to Bollywood only. Priyanka has acted in international films including Tamil, Telugu and even English language films and TV series. Priyanka debuted in Tamil cinema with Vijay in the film ‘Thamizhanut (2002). At the same time, he made his debut in Telugu cinema with the film Zanjeer (2013). The film was shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu.
Late actor Irrfan Khan was a powerhouse of talent, known for his nuanced acting and the depth he brought to his characters. Irrfan’s acting abilities were not limited to Hindi cinema but grew with time, including various regional and international films. Irrfan entered Telugu cinema with the film ‘Sainikudu’ (2006) with Mahesh Babu. Irrfan’s international accolades include notable films like ‘Life of Pi’, ‘The Namesake’, ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ and ‘Jurassic World’.
Rajinikanth, the ‘Thalaiva’ of Indian cinema, is mainly known for his work in Tamil films. However, he has also acted in several languages including Hindi, Telugu and Kannada. Before making a significant mark in Tamil cinema, Rajinikanth started his career in Kannada cinema. His first film was the Kannada film ‘Katha Sangam’ (1975), directed by Puttanna Kanagal. Rajinikanth’s entry into Bollywood included successful films like ‘Andha Kanoon’ (1983), ‘Hum’ and ‘Chaalbaaz’. His work in various regional languages and his continued success in Tamil cinema have cemented his place as a veteran actor in Indian cinema.