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| If you believe in the notion that your passion and work become
perfect with age, you are highly mistaken. We are well aware of the fact
that acting is no cake walk, especially if you are a kid. It takes a
lot to understand the role and the level of hard work that needs to be
put in. If you have seen films like Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Black or
Siddharth Anand's Tara Rum Pum, you will remember who actually enjoyed
the limelight for all the right reasons. Yes, we are talking about the
kiddos who were a part of these films. So take a look at 11 child actors who managed to take our breath away with their stunning performances. They're all grown up now, and look different, but we're going to remember them for a long time for their roles. |
1. Ayesha Kapur
Ayesha Kapur
Ayesha Kapur is well known for playing the role of young Michelle McNally in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Black. Apart from being appreciated for her performance, she was nominated at almost all award ceremonies for the role of "Best Supporting Actress". She became the second child actor to have won a Filmfare Award, and she is also the youngest person in India to have won a Zee Cine Award and an IIFA Award. Isn't she epic?
2. Jhanak Shukla
Jhanak Shukla
Do you remember that cute girl from Kal Ho Na Ho who had a crush on Shahrukh in the film and also wanted to marry him? Yes, we're talking about Gia aka Jhanak Shukla. Apart from modelling for brands like ICICI, and doing music videos, we fondly remember her as Karishma in the TV series Karishma Kaa Karishmaa, based on American TV show Small Wonder. A small wonder, truly!
3. Jibraan Khan
Jibraan Khan
How can we forget Krishi Raichand and his "Mom! Take a chill Pill"? The cute little kid who played Shahrukh Khan and Kajol's son in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham is all grown up now. And this transition from 'cute' to 'handsome' is evidently visible too. Agree?
4. Akshat Chopra
Akshat Chopra
The grown-up notorious kiddo in the film Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic starring Rani Mukerji and Saif Ali Khan was none other than Akshat Chopra. An alumni of National School of Drama, Akshat is also a winner of National Child Award for exceptional achievement in Performing Arts. He has won close to 520 awards for his dance and acting performances at diverse levels.
5. Zoya Afroza
Zoya Afroza
Zoya Afroz started as a child-artist in the film Hum Saath Saath Hai, and later became a full time model and actress. She debuted on the silver screen with Himesh Reshammiya's The Xpose last year. She was also crowned as Pond’s Femina Miss India International at Pond’s Femina Miss India 2013.
6. Angelina Idnani
Angelina Idnani
The adorable little kid who played Rani Mukerji and Saif Ali Khan's daughter in Siddharth Anand's Tara Rum Pum was none another than Angelina Idnani. She never made any appearance on TV or in films, but we wouldn't mind watching the pretty girl act again.
7. Maalvika Raaj
Maalvika Raaj
Malvika Raaj, who was seen as the younger version of Kareena Kapoor's character 'Poo' in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham was Karan Johar's discovery. A grown up now, Malvika was among the top 18 finalists of the Miss India contest 2010, and walked for a fashion show in Monte Carlo. She is in her 20s and she has been a national level football player. She plans to make a comeback in Bollywood films now.
8. Ahsaas Channa
Ahsaas Channa
She played SRK's son Aryan in Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna and she didn't mind playing a kiddo guy in films like My Friend Ganesha and Vaastu Shastra. She is back on TV playing roles in several fictional and non-fictional TV series. "It was like I knew I had to become an actress right from when I was in my mother's womb. I was really impressed by the industry and I knew that I had to be a part of it...in case I am not able to make it as an actress, I will become a director. I just want to be associated with the industry," a confident and adamant Ahsaas Channa told the media.
9. Sana Saeed
Sana Saeed
Popularly known for her role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai as Shahrukh Khan's daughter, Anjali a.k.a Sana Saeed is one famous girl. A grown up Sana was seen in Karan Johar's Student Of The Year which was a commercial hit too. Apart from films, Sana is now seen on famous dance reality show Nach Baliye with her boyfriend Dipesh Patel.
10. Swini Khara
Swini Khara
The youngster is popularly remembered for her role in R.Balki's Paa and a few TV soaps. When she shared screen-space with Big B, she definitely managed to hog a lot of the limelight for her short yet powerful role. 16-year-old Swini Khara is now a student of the prestigious Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics, Vile Parle, Mumbai.
11. Atith Naik
Atith Naik
Whether it was playing Preity Zinta’s kid brother in Kal Ho Naa Ho or playing a cuter kid version of Hrithik Roshan in Kunal Kohli's Mujhse Dosti Karoge, Atith Naik is all grown up now. He even visited Cannes Festival to showcase his short film. Apart from shooting music videos for artistes like Jamie Foxx, Up and Down Under, Siddhant Shirodkar and Bassnectar, he once said “I left India at the age of 18 to study film production in the Philippines. Later, I moved to Los Angeles to get a degree. I don’t harbour any dreams to be an actor. I know my calling and I’m far more comfortable working behind the camera. I recently assisted Vince Toto on a HBO pilot series who is also mentoring me." What a smart kid!
