On the occasion of Kiara Advani birthday, we explore her growth as a fantastic actress who entered the Bollywood world in 2014 with ‘Fugly’ directed by Kabir Sadanand, starred alongside Mohit Marwah, Vijender Singh, and more. She emerged as the only star from the film to consistently feature in hit movies, showcasing her potential and talent. Her breakthrough performance came as a cricketer’s wife in ‘M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story’. Her simple yet impactful portrayal of the character, combined with her charming aura, won the hearts of audiences and led her to star in several films, demonstrating her versatility.
In 2018, Kiara surprised everyone by starring as Vasumathi alongside Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu in ‘Bharat Ane Nenu’. Her beautiful portrayal of the love interest of Chief Minister Bharat earned her huge accolades and love from Telugu regions. Her fantastic debut in Telugu cinema led to her starring alongside Ram Charan in the movie ‘Vinaya Vidheya Rama’, an action-packed film directed by Boyapati Srinu. Despite being a box-office failure, her performance was commendable.
The same year, Kiara featured in the anthology film ‘Lust Stories’, playing a challenging role as a sexually unsatisfied wife. Her bold yet captivating performance gained wide appreciation from both audiences and critics, proving her versatility as a performer.
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Kiara continued to take on smaller or special appearance roles, always choosing parts that connected with the audience. In 2019, she made a special appearance in the film ‘Kalank’, where her talent shone despite her short screen time. That same year, Kiara shocked her fans by starring in ‘Kabir Singh’, a film that received mixed reviews for its portrayal of toxic masculinity in relationships. Playing the role of Preeti, a simple, silent girl who falls in love with a senior with anger issues and Kiara defended her character by pointing out that all kinds of people exist in the world. She stated that “at the end, this is a love story, and being in the same, the only thing that allows you to forgive certain behaviors in life is love. Relationships are complex, and it’s very easy for a third person to say ‘get out of that relationship,’ but for those two people, it’s another complication altogether.”
In ‘Good Newwz’, Kiara starred alongside big Bollywood names like Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Diljit Dosanjh, yet she managed to shine brighter through her character. From a simple introverted girl as Preeti transforming who transforms into a quirky, bubbly lady Monika Batra, Kiara captivated audiences with her few emotional scenes, leaving many teary-eyed.
In the Netflix original film ‘Guilty’, Kiara played Nanki Dutta, a character in love with a VJ who later reveals his dark side by forcing himself on a girl without her consent. Nanki ensures he gets punished for his brutal acts. Kiara then starred in ‘Laxmii’ and ‘Indoo Ki Jawani’, further showcasing her range as an actress.
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In ‘Shershaah’, Kiara starred alongside her now-husband Sidharth Malhotra (who played soldier Vikram Batra) as his love interest. Their on-screen chemistry was so beautiful that they fell in love and got married in real life. But the incomplete love story in the film left moviegoers shattered, and Kiara’s performance in the climax was exceptional, leaving viewers deeply emotional.
Kiara continued to surprise audiences with her role in ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’, followed by performances in ‘Jugjugg Jeeyo’ and ‘Govinda Naam Mera’ in 2022. Coming in 2023, ‘Satyaprem Ki Katha’ was a groundbreaking film that deserved wider attention for its unique narrative, where she opted a role of many common girls out-there who goes through such traumatic time period. Kiara played Katha, a fun-loving girl whose life changes after a traumatic incident. Despite saying ‘NO,’ her boyfriend tries to force himself on her, and the trauma continues even after she marries Sattu (Kartik Aaryan), a man who loves her deeply. Later, Sattu encourages Katha to fight and file a case against her assailant. This impactful and emotional story touched audience to the core.
Therefore, Kiara Advani has rapidly grown into one of Bollywood’s best actresses, opting for diverse roles regardless of their length. From multi-starrer films to leading roles, she has shined in every film and nailed every character
On the professional front, Kiara Advani is set to make a comeback in a Telugu film opposite Ram Charan in a dynamic pan-Indian film directed by S. Shankar, known for making larger-than-life films. She also has other bigger projects like ‘Don 3’ and ‘War 2’ in the pipeline, who now promises to wow audiences with her monumental performances which showcases her growth as an actress from a newcomer to now starring in pan-Indian films.
Here’s wishing the outstanding actress Kiara Advani, a very Happy Birthday!
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