From Irrfan Khan to Pankaj Tripathi: Take a look at small-town actors who have conquered Bollywood

Bollywood fans have been introduced to several hit actors over the years. However, some of the actors have been in the industry but recently got fame after struggling for many years.

Additionally, many talented actors from small towns have become big stars in Bollywood with their years of struggle, hard work and dedication. Here are some famous actors who chased their dreams and made a name for themselves in the film industry:

Irrfan Khan

Irrfan Khan's rise to fame is truly inspiring. He was born in a small town in Rajasthan and became a Bollywood star without any family connections in the film industry. He impressed audiences worldwide with his strong, realistic acting in Indian and international films like Maqbool, Slumdog Millionaire, and The Lunchbox.

Sohum Shah

Sohum Shah hails from a small town in Rajasthan, and followed his dream to become an actor. He has acted well in films like Tumbbad, Ship of Theseus, and Talash's song Crazzy, showing he can play many different roles.

Pankaj Tripathi

Pankaj Tripathi, from a small village in Bihar, worked hard for years before becoming a successful actor. He's known for his powerful roles in films and series like Gangs of Wasseypur, Mirzapur, and Bareilly Ki Barfi, showing that hard work and dedication can lead to success.

Manoj Bajpayee

Manoj Bajpayee also hails from a small town in Bihar. He has been in the industry for several years and his hard work and dedication have led him to become a successful Bollywood actor.

He has captivated the audience with his strong and impressive performances over the years. He's known for his great roles in films like Satya, The Family Man, and Aligarh, which have earned him praise and many awards.

Rajkummar Rao

Rajkummar Rao, from a small town in Haryana, moved to Mumbai to chase his dream of becoming a film star. His impressive performances in Queen, Newton, and Stree showcased his talent and made him a nationally recognized actor.

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Nawazuddin Siddiqui was born in Uttar Pradesh and struggled for years before people noticed his talent. His hard work paid off with roles in web series like Gangs of Wasseypur and Sacred Games, making him one of the best actors of his time.

Jaideep Ahlawat

Jaideep Ahlawat is from a small town in Haryana. He's a naturally talented actor who impressed audiences with his roles in Paatal Lok and Raazi. His realistic acting style and intense performances have earned him many loyal fans.

Vineet Kumar Singh

Vineet Kumar Singh is from Varanasi. His big break came with the film Mukkabaaz, where he played a boxer fighting against the odds. He's worked hard to become one of Bollywood's most promising actors. His recent performance in Chaava, alongside Vicky Kaushal, has also been well-received.

Ali Fazal

Ali Fazal, from Lucknow, made a name for himself in Bollywood with films like Fukrey and Mirzapur. He's also acted in international films like Fast & Furious 7 and Victoria & Abdul, taking his talent beyond Bollywood.