The South Indian film industry is a major source of inspiration for Hindi movies in Bollywood. It has lured not only blockbusters for remakes, but also artists who have carved out a niche for themselves! Today, these actors are giving their contemporaries a run for their money. So, let us take a look at some of the industry stars who have made it big in Bollywood.
- Rajinikanth
Rajinikanth, also known as “Thalaivar,” is considered a demi-God in the South film industry. He has enriched Bollywood by starring in films such as Geraftaar, Chaalbaaz, Hum, and Bulandi in Hindi. All his films are available in a variety of dubbed languages for his fans across the country.
- Dhanush
Dhanush, the Tamil superstar, had that kind of charm. With Raanjhanaa and later Shamitabh, he captivated everyone’s attention. Rajinikanth’s son-in-law is so good that he’s been offered the main part alongside Uma Thurman in a major Hollywood film!
- Shruti Hassan
Shruti Hassan, like her father Kamal Hassan, pursued a career in acting. She has done a few Bollywood movies, and her performance is laudable. Also, brownie points for her attractiveness and singing ability. She has a lot of potential, and hope she bags more projects for Hindi movies.
- Madhavan
Madhavan is a versatile south Indian actor. From chocolate-boy in RHTDM (Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein) to the boxing coach in the movie Saala Khadoos, he has performed every role brilliantly. Mani Ratnam discovered Madhavan, which marked the beginning of his film career. While retaining a presence in the South, he continued to produce noteworthy Hindi movies such as Rang De Basanti, 3 Idiots, and Tanu Weds Manu.
- Asin
Before entering Bollywood, she had already established herself as a highly popular actress in Tamil and Telugu films. And, with her name as enormous as it was, she selected an equally massive dream debut with Aamir Khan’s Ghajini, for which she won practically every award that year. Although she has only appeared in a few Bollywood films, she worked with celebrities like Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar, and Ajay Devgn.
- Siddharth
With his defiant performance in Rang De Basanti, Siddharth won the hearts of many.
He may be picky about Hindi films, but we know he gets numerous Bollywood projects on a silver platter. Hopefully Siddharth sigs one as soon as possible. The actor has brilliantly acted in numerous Tamil and Telugu films!
- Genelia D’souza
Genelia made her acting debut with the 2003 film Tujhe Meri Kasam, after which she began appearing in South films and became a box office success. Before returning to Bollywood with our all-time favourite adolescent flick Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na. She established herself as a leading actress in Telugu cinema. Whatever she achieves, her contagious laughter wins the prize.
- Tamannaah Bhatia
The actress relocated to the South and became successful in the film industry. Then she went back to Hindi films with Himmatwala and a few others. Working on a bunch of different projects landed her a role in Baahubali. After being a part of this magnum opus, which is hailed as the biggest Indian film to date. Tamannaah’s profile is stronger than anyone else’s today.