Hrithik Roshan turns 48: 5 roles that prove he’s an acting gem
Rakesh Roshan directorial revolved around what happens when a mentally disabled protagonist meets an extra-terrestrial being nicknamed 'Jaadoo'
New Delhi: Bollywood star Hrithik Roshan, best known for his with his admirable looks, acting nerves and dancing expertise, has turned 48 on Monday, January 10, 2022.
The actor made several screen appearances as a child artist in various films during the 1980s and even worked as an assistant director for some time in his father Rakesh Roshan’s films.
Roshan made his acting debut as a lead actor with year 2000 release ‘Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai’, which turned out to be an immense box office success, resulting Hrithik to become an overnight sensation.
Be it the portrayal of Mughal Emperor Akbar in ‘Jodha Akbar’, or the mentally disabled Rohit Mehra in ‘Koi… Mil Gaya’, the actor has never shied away from experimenting with his roles in the 22 years of his acting career.
On the occasion of his 48th birthday let’s have a look back at some of the roles that define him as an actor:
1. Koi… Mil Gaya (2003)
Rakesh Roshan directorial revolved around what happens when a mentally disabled protagonist meets an extra-terrestrial being nicknamed ‘Jaadoo’. Hrithik’s portrayal of the innocent Rohit despite being an extremely difficult role to pull off impressed the audiences and revived his career as an actor.
2. Lakshya (2004)
Now who do not remember Hrithik’s flawless dancing skills from the movie in the song ‘Main Aisa Kyun Hoon’, choreographed by none other than Prabhudeva.
The war drama showed Hrithik’s transformation from a young, directionless guyto becoming a disciplined and fearless army officer, Lieutenant (later acting Captain) Karan Shergill.
3. Krrish (2006)
‘Koi… Mil Gaya’ received a positive response with the sequel dealt with the clash between Rohit’s son and the scheming Dr Siddhant Arya, played by Naseeruddin Shah. It garnered attention because of its top-notch production values and action scenes.
4. Jodhaa Akbar (2008)
The actor hit the right notes with his restrained dialogue delivery and impeccable body language. His chemistry with Aishwarya Rai was also a highlight of the period drama, set the 16th century.
5. Agneepath (2012)
The actor aced his role in the remake of the iconic film. Hrithik’s scenes with Sanjay Dutt, who played the nefarious Kancha Cheena, were as electrifying as can be and catered to the masses. The cast included Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif and the late Rishi Kapoor.