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Shah Rukh Khan, Sharman Joshi To Pankaj Tripathi, 7 Bollywood Actors Who Rose From Theatre

Bollywood features actors who have imported their acting skills from the stage theatres, even as writers and directors on the big screen. Each time they are on the big screens, they’ve managed to leave audiences impressed with their understanding of the craft. Here’s looking at some of the best Bollywood actors who rose from the theatre.

7 Bollywood Actors Who Rose From Theatre

Shah Rukh Khan

During his time at the Delhi University, Shah Rukh Khan was a theatre actor. He studied under Barry John when he was a part of the Theatre Action Group. And today, he’s one of the most beloved and successful Bollywood actors.

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Shabana Azmi

Every time there’s a conversation about great actors, the 5-time National Award-winning actress Shabana Azmi’s name pops up. Not just the bigger canvas, she’s equally versatile on the stage, having acted in memorable plays like Safed Kundali, Tumhari Amrita and A Doll’s House.

Sharman Joshi

Sharman Joshi comes from a family with a theatrical background. His father, Arvind Joshi, was a noted theatre and film actor. Initially, Sharman ventured into theatre to hone his acting skills before making his mark as a substantial actor with films like Dhol, Golmaal, Style, Rang De Basanti, Life in a Metro, 3 Idiots and others.

Manoj Bajpayee

Ever since Manoj Bajpayee was a kid, he wanted to act. And once he arrived in Delhi for college education, he knew what to do. Despite being rejected by the NSD, Manoj Bajpayee started in theatre with the backing of Barry John.

Pankaj Tripathi

Starting his journey from the NSD, Pankaj Tripathi is recognised as one of the most versatile actors of today. He had his Bollywood calling and fame with his role in the cult film Gangs of Wasseypur and the hit series Mirzapur.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui

A talented gem from NSD, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, went through the grind for quite some time before the lovers of good acting noticed him. After graduating from NSD, Nawazuddin Siddiqui worked alongside Saurabh Shukla and Manoj Bajpayee with the Sakshi Theatre Group.

Paresh Rawal

Paresh Rawal used to act in plays in many languages when he was a student at Narsee Monjee College. For someone who was a regular at the Prithvi Theatre, some of his famous work is Khelaiya, Dear Father and Krishan vs Kanhaiya.

Which of these actors are your favourites?

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