Bollywood Actors Who Debuted as Villains In Movies

In an industry where heroes are often praised, these actors took a risk and debuted as villains in the grey. Here’s a list of 6 actors who made their entry into Bollywood and paved the path for their careers, which are full of unforgettable characters.

Vidyut Jammwal made his Bollywood debut as the cold and cunning drug boss Vishnu, in the movie Force besides John Abraham. Vidyut plays the menacing drug boss who seeks the revenge for his brother’s death. The film revolves around the battle between police and criminals and is filled with action packed scenes. Even as the antagonist, Vidyut's skill in martial arts and his intimidating attitude made him a swift action star.

Vivek Oberoi made his debut as Chandrakant "Chandu" Nagre in the 2002 crime thriller, 'Company.' His portrayal of Chandu, a young man from Mumbai who becomes involved in the underworld, seeking power and status, was met with critical acclaim and marked his entry into Bollywood as a versatile actor. His character arc is central to the story as he transforms from a naive newcomer to a shrewd and influential figure in the criminal world.

The Bengali actress Bipasha Basu, made her Bollywood debut in a thriller movie, where she played the part of Neeta, who impersonates Sonia Bajaj as a part of a complex scheme involving murder and deceit. In the movie, Neeta is Vicky Bajaj's girlfriend and together they both conspire to kill his wealthy wife, Sonia Bajaj. Her role in the movie is critically acclaimed and marked her strong entry into Bollywood.

Neil Nitin Mukesh is known for his versatile acting and powerful performances. He made his Bollywood debut as a villain in the movie, Johnny Gaddaar as Vikram. The story follows Vikram when he betrays his entire gang for money and runs away with his lover. The film switches into a dramatic story about greed, lies, and guilt as the bodies begin to pile up. Neil Nitin received critical acclaim for his portrayal of such a complex character.

Not many people know this, but Shatrugan Sinha made his debut in an uncredited role of a blackmailer, in the movie Pyaar hi Pyaar. The movie released in 1969. Even though his role was short and not a lead one, it played an important part in showing the tensions and showcased his ability to handle negative role.

Freddy Daruwala made his debut in Bollywood with his menacing performance of the leader of the sleeper cell groups. He plays the cold-blooded, highly intelligent role of sleeper cell leader, whose only goal is to activate the sleeper cells across the city and execute a series of attacks. His portrayal was praised among critics and fans alike for being just the right amount of menacing and terrifying without being over-the-top.