Bollywood is filled with talent, yet some actors often remain underappreciated despite their incredible performances. Fans are eager to see more of these underrated actors who have consistently delivered impactful roles, but haven’t always received the spotlight they deserve. Here’s a look at five such actors who fans are calling for more on screen.
Vineet Kumar Singh: Vineet Kumar Singh made an impact with his role in ‘Gangs of Wasseypur’, Bombay Talkies, Ugly but it was his debut as a lead in the film ‘Mukkabaaz’ that brought his acting prowess under limelight. His versatility took the centre stage in projects like ‘Rangbaaz’, ‘Gunjan Saxena’ and others. Now that he’s gearing up for ‘Superboys of Malegaon’, ‘Rangeen’, ‘Aadhaar’, and the multi-lingual pan-India film ‘SDGM’, his fans are eager to witness him shine.
Jimmy Sheirgill: Made his debut with Gulzar’s directorial ‘Maachis’, Jimmy Sheirgill became a heartthrob overnight, thanks to ‘Mohabbatein’. While his impactful screen presence got him recognition, his claim to fame moments happened very far and few.
Randeep Hooda: Whenever Randeep Hooda has taken over the screen, he has given us characters to remember. With remarkable films such as ‘Highway’, ‘Sarbjit’, ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’, and ‘Kick’ among others, Randeep showcased versatility in its full glory. Hooda’s dedication to undergo major physical transformations in films like ‘Sarbjit’ and ‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ sheds lights on his unwavering commitment to achieving cinematic excellence. Despite giving us performances to remember, Hooda still remains one of the most underrated actors of the industry.
Sohum Shah: Sohum Shah established himself as a power-packed performer with ‘Ship Of Theseus’, which won Best Feature Film of the Year award at the 61st National Film Awards. Further, he showcased his range as an actor in the critically acclaimed folklore ‘Tumbbad’, which recently witnessed a re-release and gained appreciation all over again. Apart from ‘Tumbbad’, he is also known for making substantial choices of projects such as ‘Dahaad’, ‘The Big Bull’ among others, giving a performance to remember.
Avinash Tiwary: The actor became the talk of the town with the iconic romantic film ‘Laila Majnu’, but he became a phenomenon with the hit series ‘Bambai Meri Jaan’ and his latest film ‘Madgaon Express’. Despite showcasing a wide range of acting skills—from comic roles to serious performances—the actor remains one of the most underrated talent of the industry.
