Bollywood
has
a
long
history
of
nurturing
talent
from
a
young
age.
Many
of
today’s
leading
actors
began
their
journeys
as
child
artists,
and
their
early
experiences
have
shaped
their
successful
careers.
Let’s
take
a
closer
look
at
some
of
these
stars
and
their
current
projects.

1.
Alia
Bhatt

Alia
Bhatt
made
her
debut
as
a
child
actor
in
the
1999
film
Sangharsh,
where
she
played
the
younger
version
of
Preity
Zinta’s
character.
Even
in
her
brief
appearance,
Alia’s
presence
was
memorable,
showcasing
her
natural
talent
from
an
early
age.
Alia
now
has
grown
into
one
of
the
most
successful
and
versatile
actresses
in
Bollywood.
After
her
breakthrough
in
Student
of
the
Year
(2012),
she
has
delivered
powerful
performances
in
films
like
Raazi,
Gully
Boy,
and
Gangubai
Kathiawadi.
Alia
is
currently
working
on
multiple
high-profile
projects,
including
Jee
Le
Zaraa,
where
she
stars
alongside
Priyanka
Chopra
and
Katrina
Kaif,
and
her
Hollywood
debut
in
Heart
of
Stone.

2.
Adarsh
Gourav

Adarsh
Gourav
began
his
acting
journey
as
a
child
artist
in
the
critically
acclaimed
film
My
Name
Is
Khan
(2010),
where
he
played
the
younger
version
of
Shah
Rukh
Khan’s
character.
His
portrayal
of
a
young
boy
struggling
with
autism
was
both
touching
and
impactful.
Adarsh
gained
international
recognition
for
his
role
in
The
White
Tiger
(2021),
which
earned
him
a
BAFTA
nomination.
He
continues
to
make
waves
with
his
unique
choice
of
roles,
starring
in
projects
like
Kho
Gaye
Hum
Kahan
and
Extrapolations,
an
Apple
TV+
series
that
explores
the
impacts
of
climate
change.

3.
Aditya
Seal

Aditya
Seal
first
caught
the
audience’s
attention
as
a
teenager
in
Ek
Chhoti
Si
Love
Story
(2002).
In
the
film,
he
played
a
young
boy
who
becomes
infatuated
with
an
older
woman,
portrayed
by
Manisha
Koirala.
His
portrayal
of
the
curious
and
naive
protagonist
marked
the
beginning
of
his
acting
career.
Aditya
has
since
transitioned
into
mainstream
Bollywood,
known
for
his
performances
in
films
like
Tum
Bin
2,
Student
of
the
Year
2,
and
Indoo
Ki
Jawani.
He
is
currently
working
on
the
rom-com
Khel
Khel
Mein,
where
he
stars
alongside
South
actress
Pragya
Jaiswal.

4.
Kunal
Khemu

Kunal
Khemu
was
a
prominent
child
actor
in
the
1990s,
starring
in
hit
films
like
Hum
Hain
Rahi
Pyar
Ke
(1993),
Raja
Hindustani
(1996),
and
Zakhm
(1998).
His
performances
as
a
child
were
widely
praised,
especially
in
Zakhm,
where
he
played
the
younger
version
of
Ajay
Devgn’s
character.
Kunal
has
successfully
transitioned
into
a
leading
actor,
known
for
his
roles
in
films
like
Go
Goa
Gone,
Kalank,
and
Lootcase.
He
is
also
making
his
directorial
debut
with
Madgaon
Express,
a
film
that
he
has
written
and
will
direct,
showcasing
his
versatility
in
the
industry.

5.
Akshay
Oberoi

Few
people
know
that
Akshay
Oberoi
began
his
acting
career
as
a
child
artist
in
the
American
film
American
Chai
(2002),
where
he
played
a
teenager
named
Neel.
This
early
experience
in
front
of
the
camera
set
the
stage
for
his
diverse
career
in
Bollywood.
Akshay
has
since
become
known
for
his
intense
and
versatile
performances
in
films
like
Pizza,
Gurgaon,
and
Inside
Edge.
He
is
currently
working
on
the
action-packed
film
Toxic
alongside
Yash,
and
he
recently
completed
shooting
for
a
mixed
martial
arts
film,
highlighting
his
dedication
to
his
craft.

6.
Sanjana
Sanghi

Sanjana
Sanghi
made
her
debut
in
Bollywood
with
the
film
Rockstar
(2011),
where
she
played
the
role
of
Nargis
Fakhri’s
sister.
Her
brief
but
impactful
role
as
a
young
girl
caught
in
the
complexities
of
family
and
love
left
a
lasting
impression.
Sanjana
gained
widespread
recognition
for
her
role
in
Dil
Bechara
(2020),
opposite
late
actor
Sushant
Singh
Rajput.
She
is
currently
working
on
the
action
thriller
Om:
The
Battle
Within
alongside
Aditya
Roy
Kapur,
and
the
upcoming
film
Dhak
Dhak,
further
establishing
herself
as
a
talented
leading
actress.

7.
Fatima
Sana
Shaikh

Fatima
Sana
Shaikh
began
her
career
as
a
child
artist
in
Chachi
420
(1997),
where
she
played
the
role
of
Kamal
Haasan’s
daughter.
She
also
appeared
in
other
films
like
One
2
Ka
4
and
Tahaan,
showcasing
her
acting
chops
from
a
young
age.
Fatima
gained
national
fame
for
her
role
as
wrestler
Geeta
Phogat
in
Dangal
(2016).
She
continues
to
impress
with
her
performances
in
films
like
Thugs
of
Hindostan,
Ludo,
and
Ajeeb
Daastaans.
Fatima
is
currently
working
on
Sam
Bahadur
alongside
Vicky
Kaushal,
where
she
plays
former
Prime
Minister
Indira
Gandhi.

8.
Tara
Sutaria

Tara
Sutaria
began
her
career
with
Disney
Channel
India,
starring
in
shows
like
Big
Bada
Boom
(2010),
The
Suite
Life
of
Karan
&
Kabir,
and
Oye
Jassi.
Her
work
on
these
shows
as
a
teenager
established
her
as
a
familiar
face
among
young
audiences.
Tara
made
her
Bollywood
debut
with
Student
of
the
Year
2
(2019)
and
has
since
starred
in
films
like
Marjaavaan
and
Ek
Villain
Returns.
She
is
currently
working
on
Apurva,
a
survival
thriller
that
promises
to
be
a
game-changer
in
her
career,
showcasing
her
growth
as
an
actress.