Most Underrated Bollywood Mainlead Actors/Actresses

1. Suniel Shetty

Sunil V. Shetty was born on August 11, 1961 in Mulki to Veerapa Shetty and Mrs. Shetty. He is an Indian actor, film producer and action artist who is fondly called as Anna. He made his debut in 1992 with Balwaan (1992), which was not a major hit. Yet his great acting skills got noticed. For two ...

2. Isha Koppikar

Actress | Don

Coming from a Konkani-speaking Mangalorean family of learned academicians, Isha has herself completed a course in Life Sciences from Ruia College, and was born on September 19, 1976 in Bombay, India. She has a younger brother.

After completing her college course, she contested the 1995 Miss India ...

3. Manoj Bajpayee

Actor | Gangs of Wasseypur

Manoj Bajpayee is a highly acclaimed Indian film actor known for his versatile acting skills and intense performances. Despite facing financial struggles during his childhood, he pursued his passion for acting and worked hard to achieve success in the film industry. Bajpayee is the second child in ...

4. Sharman Joshi

Actor | 3 Idiots

Sharman Joshi, born in Mumbai, India, is a talented Indian actor known for his versatile performances in Bollywood films. Hailing from a family with a strong connection to the Indian entertainment industry, Sharman embarked on his acting journey and established himself as a reliable and skilled ...

5. Chitrangda Singh

Actress | Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi

"You have outdone Smita Patil," said Shekhar Kapur, when he saw Chitrangda Singh's performance in her debut movie Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003). And he is not the only one. Time and again Chitrangda has been compared to the legendary Smita Patil.

Chitrangda began her career as a model prior to ...

6. Kay Kay Menon

Actor | Haider

Kay Kay Menon is a well-known Indian actor who has acted in numerous movies and web series. He was born in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, but raised in Ambarnath, Maharashtra, India.

Menon pursued his early education at St Joseph High School in Pune. After this, he went on to earn a degree in ...

7. Lisa Ray

Actress | Water

Lisa Ray was finishing high school in Canada with aspirations of majoring in Journalism at University when a celebrated fashion magazine approached her to model for them, and she ended up on the cover. This catapulted her into a state of instant celebrity. Her high-profile career got her noticed by...

8. Jimmy Shergill

Actor | A Wednesday

Shergill was born in a Sikh family in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh. He moved to Punjab, the place of his ancestors, in 1985 where he studied in Yadavindra Public School, Patiala and Bikram College Patiala. He learnt acting from Sri Harpal Singh, and then moved to Mumbai to work in the entertainment ...

9. Tejaswini Kolhapure

Actress | Ugly

Tejaswini Kolhapure is known for Ugly (2013), Raavan (2010) and Paanch (2003). She is married to Pankaj Saraswat. They have one child.

10. Abhay Deol

Actor | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara

Abhay is an actor who has never shied away from speaking his mind; a producer who doesn't believe in the 'formula', a film curator with a keen eye for detail and good stories, a painter who's not scared to experiment with colours and a philanthropist who wishes to leverage his position to bring a ...

11. Madhavan

Actor | Vikram Vedha

Ranganathan Madhavan was born on June 01, 1970, to businessman R. Iyengar and his wife R. Saroja in a Tamil family. He is an Indian actor, writer, film director and producer.

At the age of 18, his college entrusted him with the responsibility of representing India as a Cultural Ambassador to Canada.

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12. Rukhsar Rehman

Actress | PK

Rukhsar Rehman was born on October 29, 1975 in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, India. She is an actress, known for PK (2014), Uri: The Surgical Strike (2019) and The Gone Game (2020).

13. Arjun Rampal

Actor | Ra.One

From Jabalpur, Arjun Rampal went to Delhi to complete his education.

At a party in Delhi, Fasion Designer Rohit Bal spotted Arjun Rampal and cast him as a male model in his shows.

In 1994, Arjun proclaimed the title for 'Society's Face Of The Year'. And soon after went on to become an Indian ...

14. Isha Sharvani

Actress | Luck by Chance

Isha is 20 years old who lives at an ashram in Kerala, India. She is trained in gymnastics, martial arts, yoga, ballet, kathak, aerial dance etc. She started dancing at the age of seven and has already performed in 22 countries in the last seven years. Her mother is of Indian-origin, Daksha Seth, ...

15. Vidyut Jammwal

Actor | Force

Given his elaborate expertise in the martial arts especially the ancient form called Kalaripayattu (which he's trained in since he was all of 4 years old), Vidyut has committed himself to creating a platform for action and stunts in world cinema. His first Bollywood outing Force (a remake of the ...

16. Sammir Dattani

Actor | I Hate Luv Storys

Sammir Dattani was born on January 27, 1982 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. He is an actor, known for I Hate Luv Storys (2010), Uuf Kya Jaadoo Mohabbat Hai... (2004) and Mukhbiir (2008). He has been married to Ritika Jolly since March 12, 2011.

17. Kimi Katkar

Actress | Sone Pe Suhaaga

Kimi Katkar was born on December 11, 1965 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. She is an actress, known for Sone Pe Suhaaga (1988), Dharamyudh (1988) and Adventures of Tarzan (1985).

18. Aftab Shivdasani

Actor | Mast

Indian actor and producer Aftab Shivdasani studied at St.Xaviers High School and H.R. College. He had always been in front of the camera since a young age and knew that he wanted to pursue a career in acting.

His acting career started from the age of seven with him featuring in over three hundred ...

19. Rajeev Khandelwal

Actor | Aamir

Rajeev Khandelwal is an Indian film and television actor. Some of his most notable characters have been Dr. Aamir Ali in the 2008 debut film Aamir and ACP Arvind Mathur who battles his inner demons in Shaitan, the Tinnitus affected DJ from Soundtrack. He also played Vivaan Agasthi in the 2013 ...

20. Richa Chadha

Actress | Gangs of Wasseypur

Richa began her career as a model and then she moved to theater. She has performed plays touring in India and Pakistan. Later, she also received her training under Barry John

Richa acted in the critically acclaimed movie Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! as the character of Dolly, both the movie and her role ...

21. Akshaye Khanna

Actor | Dil Chahta Hai

Akshaye Khanna was born in Mumbai in 1975. He is the middle son of Bollywood actor and politician Vinod Khanna, and the younger brother of actor Rahul Khanna.

After studying in Kishore Namit Kapoor Acting Institute in Mumbai, Khanna made his acting debut in Bollywood in 1997 with the movie Himalay ...

22. Neil Nitin Mukesh

Actor | Johnny Gaddaar

He had a normal childhood, like most other children. He graduated from HR College, with a B.Com degree. At his father's insistence, he has been very focused on his career since he was in the 12th standard. He did a 4-month workshop with Kishore Namit Kapoor and also at Anupam Kher's institute, ...

23. Ali Fazal

Actor | Death on the Nile

Ali Fazal is a renowned Indian model and actor born in New Delhi and brought up in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Since his parents were separated, he spent most of his childhood with his maternal grandparents.

Fazal studied for a few years at International Indian School, Dammam, and then at La Martiniere ...

24. Raima Sen

Actress | Baishe Srabon

Raima Sen was born on November 11, 1979 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. She is an actress, known for 22 Shey Shraban (2011), Nishijapon (2005) and Tarikh (2018).

25. Mohit Ahlawat

Actor | James

Mohit Ahlawat was born on June 21, 1984 in Panipat, Haryana, India. He is an actor, known for James (2005), Shagird (2011) and Shiva (2006). He has been married to Sai Parundhare Johar since May 11, 2008.

26. Kunal Kemmu

Actor | Go Goa Gone

Kunal Kemmu is an Indian actor and writer, born on 25th May 1983 in Srinagar, Jammu Kashmir. He started his career in acting at a very young age as a child artist in movies like Sir (1993), Zakhm (1998), Raja Hindustani (1996), and Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke (1993) where his work was highly applauded ...

27. Nitu Chandra

Actress | Aadhi Bhagavan

Born in Patna, Bihar and currently residing in Los Angeles, USA, Nitu Chandra is an Indian actor, National award winning producer, international taekwondo player, humanitarian, activist & theatre artist. She is famously known for her work in 'Garam Masala', 'Traffic Signal', 'Oye Lucky, Lucky Oye!'...

28. Arshad Warsi

Actor | Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Arshad Warsi was born on April 19, 1968 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and did his schooling at a boarding school, Barnes School, Deolali in Nashik district, Maharashtra. He was orphaned at the age of 14 and struggled for a living in Mumbai during his early days. He is an actor, dancer, film producer, ...

29. Reema Sen

Actress | Gangs of Wasseypur

Reema Sen was born on October 29, 1981 in Calcutta, West Bengal, India. She is an actress, known for Gangs of Wasseypur (2012), Ayirathil Oruvan (2010) and Minnale (2001). She has been married to Shiv Karan Singh since March 11, 2012. They have one child.

30. Mukul Dev

Actor | 21 Sarfarosh - Saragarhi 1897

Mukul Dev, born in Delhi, India, is a versatile Indian actor known for his work in Bollywood films, as well as in television and regional cinema. With a career spanning over two decades, Mukul Dev has showcased his acting prowess across various genres.

Mukul Dev made his acting debut in Bollywood ...

31. Vinod Mehra

Director | Gurudev

Vinod Mehra was born on February 13, 1945 in Amritsar, Punjab, India. He was an actor and director, known for Gurudev (1993), Crime and Punishment (1974) and Parde Ke Peechey (1971). He was married to Meena Broca, Bindiya Goswami, Kiran and Neeta Mehta. He died on October 30, 1990 in Bombay, ...

32. Chandrachur Singh

Actor | Maachis

Chandrachur Singh was born on October 11, 1968 in New Delhi, India. He is an actor and assistant director, known for Maachis (1996), Josh (2000) and Kya Kehna (2000).

33. Sameera Reddy

Actress | Vaaranam Aayiram

Sameera's versatility as an actress and a trained Indian classical dancer made her perfect for Bollywood films. She debuted in a music video that got her noticed and kick started her movie career as one of the top actresses in India and has appeared in over fifteen films in just four years. She has...

34. Tulip Joshi

Actress | Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai

Tulip was born in Bombay, India, to a Hindu Gujerati father and a Christian Armenian mother. As a result she has practiced both Hinduism and Christianity, while she was also baptized as a Christian. She participated in and excelled in sports activities. She studied in Bombay, and went to graduate ...

35. Sharad S. Kapoor

Actor | Josh

Sharad S. Kapoor was born on February 13, 1976 in Calcutta, West Bengal, India. He is an actor and assistant director, known for Josh (2000), Achena Atithi (1997) and Dahek: A Restless Mind. He is married to Koel Basu.

36. Shabana Raza

Actress | Kareeb

Shabana Raza was born on April 18, 1975. She is an actress, known for Kareeb (1998), Hogi Pyaar Ki Jeet (1999) and Acid Factory (2009). She has been married to Manoj Bajpayee since February 23, 2005.

37. Rahul Bose

Actor | Everybody Says I'm Fine!

Rahul Bose, born in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is a multi-talented Indian actor, director, screenwriter, social activist, and rugby player. Known for his versatility and intense performances, Rahul Bose has made significant contributions to Indian cinema and is recognized for his commitment to ...

38. Sonu Sood

Actor | Dabangg

Sonu Sood was born in May 1973 to a entrepreneur and a teacher. He was born in Moga, Punjab but was raised in Nagpur. He has two sisters. He is an engineering graduate. He is married to Sonali and they have a son Ishaant. He was a Mr. India contestant. He is mainly known as the antagonist ...

39. Hemant Birje

Actor | Adventures of Tarzan

Hemant Birje was born on August 19, 1965 in Belgaum, Mysore State, India. He is an actor, known for Adventures of Tarzan (1985), Tarzan's Daughter (2002) and Veerana (1988).

40. Rahul Khanna

Actor | Bollywood/Hollywood

Rahul Khanna was born on June 20, 1972 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. He is an actor, known for Bollywood/Hollywood (2002), Wake Up Sid (2009) and The Emperor's Club (2002).

41. Milind Soman

Actor | Bajirao Mastani

Milind Soman was born on November 4, 1965 in Scotland, UK. He is an actor and producer, known for Bajirao Mastani (2015), Arn: The Knight Templar (2007) and Arn (2010). He has been married to Ankita Konwar since April 22, 2018. He was previously married to Mylène Jampanoï.

42. Mimoh Chakraborty

Actor | The Murderer: Hamilton Palace

Mimoh Chakraborty was born on July 30, 1984 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India. He is an actor, known for The Murderer: Hamilton Palace (2011), Rocky (2013) and Jimmy (2008). He has been married to Madalsa Sharma since July 2018.

43. Mugdha Godse

Actress | Fashion

Mugdha Godse is an accomplished Indian actress and model. Hailing from Pune, Maharashtra, she rose to prominence after making a striking debut in Bollywood with the film "Fashion" (2008), directed by Madhur Bhandarkar. Her portrayal of Janet Sequeira earned her critical acclaim and established her ...

44. Sushma Reddy

Actress | Chup Chup Ke

Sushma Reddy was born on August 2, 1976 in Hyderabad, India. She is an actress and assistant director, known for Chup Chup Ke (2006), Don (2006) and Chocolate: Deep Dark Secrets (2005).

45. Sahila Chaddha

Actress | Africadalli Sheela

Sahila Chaddha was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. She is known for Africadalli Sheela (1986), Veerana (1988) and Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994). She is married to Nimay Bali. They have one child.