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7 actors who transitioned from key roles to lead heroes

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Mid-Day
Entertainment
By Aakruti Bagla
Published Jul 22, 2025

Vijay Varma

From stealing scenes in Gully Boy to becoming a household name in Darlings, She, and Mirzapur — Vijay’s rise has been powered purely by performance

Rohit Saraf

From playing the younger brother in Dear Zindagi to winning hearts in Mismatched and Ludo, Rohit has built steady following. He blends vulnerability with charm

Aparshakti Khurana

A trained theatre actor, he’s taken the lead in films like Helmet & Berlin, proving that charm, depth, and versatility can make the smallest roles unforgettable

Vikrant Massey

From supporting roles in Lootera and Dil Dhadakne Do to leading actor with films like Mumbaikar, Chhapaak, 12th Fail, his growth is well-deserved

Abhay Verma

With impactful performances in The Family Man 2 and Ae Watan Mere Watan, Abhay has steadily climbed the ladder, proving that patience and persistence do pay off

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Sparsh Shrivastav

Best known for his breakout role as Deepak in Laapataa Ladies, Sparsh delivered one of the most rooted performances of the year gaining him critical acclaim

Nakul Roshan Sahdev

Murderbaad marks his well-deserved move into the spotlight — a natural progression for an actor who’s earned every frame with sheer talent

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