From Assistant Directors to Leading Actor: Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal & More Who Started Behind the Camera

Before making his acting debut in Ishaqzaade, Arjun Kapoor worked as an assistant director on films like Kal Ho Naa Ho and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. His behind-the-scenes experience helped him understand the craft of filmmaking, which laid the foundation for his successful acting career.

Before his acting debut, Hrithik Roshan worked as an assistant director on films like Karan Arjun, Karobaar, and King Uncle. These early behind-the-scenes roles helped him understand filmmaking and prepare for his future stardom.

Before his acting debut in Saawariya, Ranbir Kapoor worked as an assistant director on Aa Ab Laut Chalein and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black. These early experiences gave him valuable insight into filmmaking and helped shape his craft as an actor.

Varun Dhawan

Before their acting debuts, both Varun Dhawan and Sidharth Malhotra worked as assistant directors on My Name Is Khan. Their time behind the scenes helped them gain invaluable insights into filmmaking, which contributed to their success as actors later on.

Before making his debut in Masaan, Vicky Kaushal worked as an assistant director on films like Bombay Velvet and Gangs of Wasseypur. His time behind the camera helped him understand the nuances of filmmaking, which contributed to his powerful performances on screen.