- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Mon, 24 Feb 2025 04:01 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Top 10 Social Media Influencers Who Come Into Bollywood: Many social media influencers in India have successfully transitioned from digital popularity to acting careers in Bollywood. These influencers first amassed millions of followers by producing amusing content for websites like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. They attracted the attention of filmmakers due to their skill, self-assurance, and devoted following.
These personalities have demonstrated versatility in different sectors before entering Bollywood, ranging from comedy and music to fashion and lifestyle. Stars like Bhuvan Bam, Kusha Kapila and Prajakta Koli have demonstrated that digital artists can excel on the big screen. Here is the list of the top 10 social media influencers who have made this shift and transitioned into Bollywood.
1. Prajakta Koli
Prajakta Koli, who is famous for her relatable comedy content on her YouTube channel "MostlySane," made her Bollywood debut in the movie Jugjugg Jeeyo (2022) starring alongside Varun Dhawan, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor and Neetu Kapoor. She acted with well-known actors, demonstrating her adaptability outside of digital media.
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2. Kusha Kapila
Kusha Kapila gained fame on social media for her satirical and funny videos that portrayed a variety of characters that appealed to urban viewers. With a part in Plan A Plan B (2022) alongside Tamannah Bhatia and Riteish Deshmukh, she made her Bollywood debut and broadened her filmography. She was also seen in films Sukhee, Thank You for Coming and Selfie.
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3. Bhuvan Bam
Popular YouTuber Bhuvan Bam, the owner of the YouTube channel "BB Ki Vines," is famous for his humorous music and sketches. He made his acting debut in the web series Dhindora (2021), in which he played multiple characters.
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4. Dolly Singh
Known for her comedic content and fashion videos on YouTube and Instagram, Dolly Singh entered acting in 2020 when she starred in the Netflix series Bhaag Beanie Bhaag. Her transition from influencer to actress was effective, as seen by the positive reception of her performance. She also made her presence at the Cannes Red carpet in the year 2023.
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5. Ajey Nagar (CarryMinati)
YouTube sensation Ajey Nagar, also known as "CarryMinati," is well-known for his live streams and roast videos. With a brief cameo in the Ajay Devgn film Runway 34 (2022), he made his Bollywood debut.
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6. Shirley Setia
Singer and YouTuber Shirley Setia, who is well-known for her catchy voice, made her acting debut in the Bollywood movie Nikamma (2022). Fans of her large internet following eagerly awaited her film debut.
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7. Barkha Singh
Barkha Singh, who first gained recognition for her work as a digital content creator and in a web series, made an appearance in the Bollywood movie 36 Farmhouse (2022). Her smooth shift between popular film and internet platforms demonstrates her range as an actor.
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8. Kareema Barry
Renowned for her captivating social media posts, Kareema Barry debuted as an actress in the 2022 film Jahaan Chaar Yaar. Her decision to go to Bollywood exemplifies the expanding trend of digital influencers breaking into the motion picture business.
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9. Viraj Ghelani
Prominent digital creative Viraj Ghelani, who is famous for his comedic videos, made his Bollywood debut with the thriller comedy Govinda Naam Mera (2022). He played Bhumi Pednekar's character's love interest, Baldev Chaddha, also known as Ballu. Even though he didn't have much screen time, his performance was memorable.
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10. Sahil Khattar
YouTuber and TV personality Sahil Khattar made his Bollywood debut in the movie 83 (2021), which tells the story of India's win in the 1983 Cricket World Cup. As part of the ensemble cast of the sports drama, he played the role of Indian cricketer Syed Kirmani.
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