From Shah Rukh Khan to Alia Bhatt, 13 Unseen Audition Tapes of Bollywood Celebrities

Have you ever wondered how Ranveer Singh landed the role of 'Bittoo Sharma' in his debut movie Band Baaja Baaraat, or how 19-year-old Kriti Sanon bagged the role of 'Dimpy' in Heropanti? It's a fact, most of us often focus on the destination and disregard the journey that got us there. Similarly, when we look at our favourite Bollywood celebrities today, we tend to overlook their struggles, their hard work, and their beginning. 

While some would argue that a few actors have had it 'relatively easier' in the industry, many others have witnessed their share of ups and downs. Before a promising role landed in their lap, they have had to prove their mettle to casting directors and producers, displaying impeccable acting skills along with having a command over multiple languages. 

From TV anchor Ayushmann Khurrana to Canadian-born Nora Fatehi, Cosmo brings to you a few never-seen-before audition tapes of renowned film personalities. 

 

Alia Bhatt 

 

 

Alia Bhatt began her Bollywood career with Student of the Year in 2012. Ever since, she has given applause-worthy performances in movies such as Highway, Udta Punjab, 2 States, Dear Zindagi, Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania, Raazi, and more. 

 

Ranveer Singh 

 

 

Ranveer Singh kickstarted his career with Band Baaja Baaraat in 2010. Ever since, he has given stellar performances in movies including Gully Boy, Bajirao Mastani, Dil Dhadakne Do, Lootera, and more. 

 

Kriti Sanon

 

 

Kriti Sanon began her film career with Heropanti in 2014. Ever since, she has worked in blockbuster movies such as Raabta, Luka Chuppi, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Dilwale, and more. She is currently promoting her upcoming film, Mimi, which is expected to release on 30th July on Netflix. 

 

Anushka Sharma

 

 

Anushka Sharma began her Bollywood career with Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, opposite Shah Rukh Khan, in 2008. Ever since, the actor has impressed us with her commendable performances in PK, Sultan, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, NH10, Phillauri, Band Baaja Baaraat, and more.

 

Jacqueline Fernandez

 

 

Jacqueline Fernandez is a Sri Lankan born actor who made her debut in Sujoy Ghosh's fantasy drama, Aladin. However, the former model and winner of the Miss Universe Sri Lanka pageant in 2006 made it big in Bollywood after acting in movies such as Roy, A Gentleman, Brothers, Dishoom, Kick, Race 2, and more. 

 

Irrfan Khan

 

 

The late Irrfan Khan will always be remembered for his remarkable acting and indisputable talent. Some of his best characters were played in the movies Piku, Paan Singh Tomar, The Namesake, The Lunchbox, Life of Pi, Hindi Medium, Talvar, and more. 

 

Shah Rukh Khan 

 

 

Shah Rukh Khan's debut film, Deewana, was released in 1992. However, it wasn't until the films Baazigar, Darr, and Anjaam, that the struggling actor was recognised. Today, SRK is one of the most revered celebrities across the globe, who has worked in a bunch of memorable movies that have changed the face of Indian cinema—such as Don, Swades, Veer Zaara, Paheli, Chalte, Chalte, DDLJ, Devdas, Main Hoon Na, Chak De! India, and many more. 

 

Salman Khan 

 

 

Another celebrated actor in Bollywood, Salman Khan began his film journey with Biwi Ho To Aisi in 1988. It's been 33 years and running, and the actor continues to deliver on-screen hits such as Tiger Zinda Hai, Sultan, Dabangg, Bajrangi Bhaijaan, and more. 

 

Ayushmann Khurrana

 

 

The nation was swooning over Ayushmann Khurrana after he made his on-screen debut with Vicky Donor in 2012. His melodious voice in the song 'Pani Da Rang' melted the hearts of one and all. Ever since, the actor has proved his mettle by giving back-to-back blockbuster performances in movies such as Badhaai Ho, Andhadhun, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Meri Pyaari Bindu, Bala, Gulabo Sitabo, Shubh Mangal Saavdhan, and more. 

 

Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra

 

 

While Fatima Sana Shaikh started out as a child artist in movies such as Chachi 420, it wasn't until her role as 'Geeta Phogat' in Dangal, that the actor was noticed. Ever since, the actor has worked in movies such as Ajeeb Daastaans, Thugs of Hindostan, and Ludo. Sanya Malhotra, on the other hand, made her acting debut with the role of Babita Kumari in the biographical sports film. Up to date, she worked in films including Badhaai Ho, Pataakha, and her most recent one being Pagglait. 

 

Nora Fatehi 

 

 

Nora Fatehi comes from a Moroccan family and was born and raised in Canada. She is a trained dancer and has appeared in several movies such as Street Dancer 3D, Batla House, Satyameva Jayate 2, and Stree. She also featured in Arijit Singh's music video Pachtaoge, alongside Vicky Kaushal.

 

Huma Qureshi 

 

 

Huma Qureshi made her film debut with a supporting role in the two-part crime drama Gangs of Wasseypur in 2012. Ever since, she has worked in films including Badlapur, Jolly LLB 2, Dedh Ishqiya, D-Day, and more.