As
Children’s
Day
approaches,
it’s
the
perfect
time
to
look
back
at
some
of
Bollywood’s
biggest
stars
who
started
their
journeys
as
child
artists.
Before
becoming
household
names,
many
of
them
had
already
charmed
audiences
with
their
innocence
and
natural
talent.
From
Gangubai
Kathiawadi’s
Alia
Bhatt
to
Pyaar
Ka
Punchnama
2’s
Omkar
Kapoor,
along
with
Ishaan
Khatter,
Hrithik
Roshan,
and
Fatima
Sana
Shaikh
–
these
actors
prove
that
true
talent
shines
bright,
no
matter
the
age.
Their
inspiring
journeys
from
child
performers
to
celebrated
stars
are
a
beautiful
reminder
of
how
dreams
that
start
young
can
grow
into
legendary
careers.
Alia
Bhatt
Before
becoming
one
of
Bollywood’s
most
powerful
performers,
Alia
Bhatt
appeared
as
a
child
artist
in
Sangharsh
(1999),
playing
the
younger
version
of
Preity
Zinta’s
character.
Though
her
screen
time
was
brief,
it
showcased
her
natural
ease
in
front
of
the
camera.
From
her
debut
in
Student
of
the
Year
to
powerful
roles
in
Raazi,
Gangubai
Kathiawadi,
and
Highway,
Alia’s
evolution
as
an
actor
has
been
truly
remarkable.
Omkar
Kapoor
Omkar
Kapoor’s
journey
from
being
a
much-loved
child
actor
to
a
confident
performer
is
impressive.
As
a
kid,
he
appeared
in
blockbuster
films
like
Judaai,
Hero
No.
1,
Jab
Pyaar
Kisise
Hota
Hai,
and
Masoom,
sharing
screen
space
with
legends
like
Salman
Khan,
Anil
Kapoor,
and
Govinda.
He
made
a
striking
comeback
as
a
leading
man
in
Pyaar
Ka
Punchnama
2,
where
his
charm
and
comic
timing
made
him
an
audience
favorite
once
again.
Ishaan
Khatter
Before
making
a
mark
with
Dhadak
and
Beyond
the
Clouds,
Ishaan
Khatter
first
appeared
on-screen
in
Vaah!
Life
Ho
Toh
Aisi!
(2005),
alongside
his
brother
Shahid
Kapoor.
Even
as
a
child,
Ishaan
showed
a
natural
presence
on
camera.
His
nuanced
performances
today
highlight
how
those
early
experiences
shaped
his
deep
understanding
of
the
craft.
Hrithik
Roshan
Now
known
as
one
of
Bollywood’s
most
iconic
stars,
Hrithik
Roshan
started
his
career
as
a
child
artist
in
films
like
Aasha
(1980)
and
Bhagwan
Dada
(1986).
His
early
exposure
to
film
sets
clearly
shaped
his
talent
and
discipline.
When
he
debuted
as
a
leading
man
in
Kaho
Naa…
Pyaar
Hai
(2000),
he
redefined
stardom
and
became
a
nationwide
sensation
overnight.
Fatima
Sana
Shaikh
Before
winning
hearts
with
Dangal,
Fatima
Sana
Shaikh
was
seen
as
a
child
artist
in
Chachi
420
(1997),
where
she
played
Kamal
Haasan’s
daughter.
Her
innocence
and
natural
performance
made
her
instantly
memorable.
Today,
she
continues
to
impress
audiences
with
her
versatility
in
films
like
Ludo
and
Thugs
of
Hindostan.
From
child
stars
to
celebrated
icons,
these
actors’ journeys
are
a
reminder
that
true
talent
only
matures
with
time
–
and
their
stories
continue
to
inspire
millions.