Actors who have worked in intl. films

Desi girl Priyanka Chopra has definitely put India on the global map but there are also several other Indian actors with Hollywood stints. From Irrfan Khan to Alia Bhatt, look at the journey of actors in the International industry.

Irrfan Khan

Late actor Irrfan Khan became a popular name in the Hollywood industry. He started his journey in Hollywood with ‘A Mighty Heart’ and ‘The Darjeeling Limited’. He starred in the lead role alongside Tabu in Mira Nair's directorial ‘The Namesake’. He also worked in films like, ‘Slumdog Millionair’e, ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’ in 2012, ‘Jurassic World’, ‘Life of Pi’ and ‘Inferno’.

Anupam Kher

One of the most versatile actors not only in Indian cinema but across the globe. Anupam portrayed Dr Cliff Patel in the romantic comedy movie ‘Silver Linings Playbook’. He was also seen in the role of an Indian father in ‘Bend it like Beckham.

Alia Bhatt

The actor joins the league of Bollywood actors to feature in Hollywood films. She is all set for her debut Hollywood movie ‘Heart of Stone’, where Alia will be seen with Gal Gadot. ‘Heart of Stone’, the American spy drama is helmed by Tom Harper and also stars Sophie Okonedo, Matthias Schweighofer, Jing Lusi, and Paul Ready’.

Ali Fazal

From playing a short role but rather impactful cameo in ‘3 Idiots’ to sharing screen space with Dame Judi Dench in ‘Victoria and Abdul’. He is making waves in Hollywood by grabbing big projects. Ali gathered immense appreciation for his role in the Hollywood film 'Death on the Nile'. He will be seen alongside Gerard Butler in the action-packed film 'Kandahar'. He also be seen in 'Afghan Dreamers', which is being directed by director Bill Guttentag.

Sikandar Kher

Sikandar Kher entered in International cinema with Dev Patel's directorial ‘Monkey Man' which stars international stars like Sharlto Copley¸ Brahim Achabbakhe and Dev Patel. Sikandar underwent a significant makeover for his role in this Hollywood thriller, putting on 12 kg.

Dhanush

South star Dhanush recently made his Hollywood debut with the Russo Brothers ‘The Gray Man’ starring Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas and more. He played the role of Avik San, a Tamilian agent and a man.

Farhan Akhtar

Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar made a debut in a prominent role as Waleed in the 'Ms. Marvel' series. 'Ms. Marvel' is an action series about a young teenage girl who is the first-ever Asian superhero character from the Hollywood production house. And it is the second time an Indian celebrity is part of a Marvel film after actor Irrfan Khan in 'The Amazing Spider-Man" in 2012.