From Vicky Kaushal, Aditya Roy Kapur to Varun Dhawan: Lover boys turned action icons

Let's take a look at some popular names and how their journey has evolved. read more
Over the years, many Bollywood actors who started their careers as romantic heroes have successfully transformed into action stars. Let's take a look at some popular names and how their journey has evolved.
Sidharth Malhotra
Sidharth Malhotra made his debut with Student of the Year (2012), a film full of love, friendship, and college romance. He charmed everyone with his good looks and calm style. Later, he moved into action with films like Shershaah (2021), where he played a brave soldier, and Yodha (2024), which showed his tough and intense side. Sidharth has proven he can do both soft romantic roles and strong action parts with ease.
Aayush Sharma
Aayush Sharma began his Bollywood journey with Loveyatri (2018), a sweet romantic film about a boy who falls in love during the Navratri festival. He later surprised everyone with his powerful transformation in Antim: The Final Truth (2021), where he played a gangster and performed action scenes with great energy. Aayush's new style and strong screen presence have made him one to watch in the action genre.
Varun Dhawan
Varun Dhawan became a heartthrob with Main Tera Hero (2014) and Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014), where his romantic and comic timing won hearts. While he continued doing romantic roles, he also stepped into serious and action-packed roles like Badlapur (2015), Dishoom (2016), and Bhediya (2022). Varun is known for his versatility and his ability to balance charm with intensity.
Vicky Kaushal
Vicky Kaushal started with films like Love Per Square Foot (2018), where he played a simple and lovable guy. But his major breakthrough came with Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019), where he impressed everyone with his strong acting and action skills. Vicky has continued to show his range with movies like Sam Bahadur (2023), becoming a powerful action performer while keeping his emotional depth.
Aditya Roy Kapur
Aditya Roy Kapur was loved for his romantic roles in films like Aashiqui 2 (2013) and Ok Jaanu (2017), where he portrayed emotional and passionate characters. However, he later showcased his action avatar with Malang (2020) and the series The Night Manager (2023), where he took on intense and physical roles with a brooding charm. Aditya's shift into action has highlighted his rugged appeal and proved his ability to handle high-octane sequences with style.
These actors have grown with time and shown that they are not limited to just one kind of role. From spreading love on-screen to fighting for justice and action, their journey proves their dedication and talent. Fans love watching them in all forms, and they continue to entertain with fresh energy.
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