We all have heard that nothing is permanent. There are examples when an aspiring talent became a star after struggling for years. And we have also witnessed stars who faltered, lost fame, and even their celebrity status. Success and failure are two sides of a coin. However, an artiste who bounces back after facing extreme failure has walked on a commendable journey.
Today, we will discuss an actor, a star kid, who made an impressive start in Bollywood. After delivering a few hits, the actor’s career started declining. The offers were getting reduced, and he was losing himself to alcohol. He was jobless for many years, but with the help of one true friend, he bounced back, and now he has become one of the busiest pan-India actors.
The actor who battled alcoholism and was jobless for years is Bobby Deol, Sunny Deol’s younger brother and veteran actor Dharmendra’s son. Bobby Deol has a remarkable journey that resonates with the themes of resilience and redemption. In the 1990s, Bobby made an impressive start with his debut in “Barsaat” (1995), a film that quickly put him on the map as a promising actor. Following this initial success, Bobby delivered a series of hits like “Gupt” (1997), “Soldier” (1998), “Badal” (2000), and “Humraaz” (2002), solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Bollywood.
However, the tides turned as Bobby began facing a decline in his career. A few wrong choices in film projects, including “Jhoom Barabar Jhoom,” “Shaka Laka Boom Boom,” “Naqaab,” and “Chamku,” further dented his once-glowing career. Despite starring in two multi-starrer hits, “Apne” and “Yamla Pagla Deewana,” which garnered attention mainly due to the Deols trio, Bobby faded from the filmmakers’ radar.
The “Gupt” star became jobless for many years, a period he openly confessed about. To cope with his professional failures, Bobby turned to alcohol, struggling with what eventually became alcoholism. In a candid interview with HuffPost, Bobby discussed his battle with drinking, revealing, “Everybody loves their liquor, but now, I am in a much, much better space. There was a time in my life when I was drinking every day of my life and not taking care of my health. Now, I drink very less.
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Bobby Deol’s fate took a turn for the better with the intervention of Salman Khan, who decided to help his longtime friend revive his career. Salman offered Bobby a role in the movie “Race 3.” For this role, Salman motivated Bobby to adopt a healthier lifestyle and focus on bodybuilding. Taking the opportunity seriously, Bobby transformed himself, earning accolades for his physique despite the film receiving negative reviews. His physical makeover and the determination to bounce back from his struggles won him widespread praise and marked the beginning of his career revival.
The turning point in Bobby’s career came with his role as a godman with shades of grey in Prakash Jha’s web series “Asharam.” This performance was a game-changer, boosting his career significantly. Last year, Bobby was seen playing an antagonist in the much-anticipated movie “Animal,” alongside Ranbir Kapoor. His role received critical acclaim, and reports suggest that he charged Rs 4 crore for his 15-minute appearance.
Bobby Deol’s success story doesn’t just end here. He has an exciting line-up of upcoming projects that further cements his status as one of the busiest pan-India actors. Bobby will soon be seen playing antagonistic roles in several high-profile films, including Suriya’s “Kanguva,” Pawan Kalyan’s “Hari Hara Veera Mallu,” and Nandamuri Balakrishna’s “NBK109.” These roles are expected to showcase Bobby’s versatility and solidify his position in the film industry.
As per several media reports, Bobby Deol’s net worth is an impressive Rs 66 crores, a testament to his hard work, determination, and the ability to bounce back from life’s setbacks.
For those who once wrote him off, Bobby Deol’s journey serves as an inspiring reminder that resilience, support from true friends, and self-belief can help overcome even the most daunting challenges. This star kid has not only bounced back from the brink of obscurity but has also redefined what it means to chase dreams and earn a second chance.
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