Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has emerged as one of the brightest stars in the Indian film industry. Marking her birthday on July 31, this year she completes nearly a decade in Bollywood since her debut in 2014 with the film ‘Fugly’. Advani’s journey in the film industry has not just been about her acting prowess but also about her impeccable fashion sense that has won her millions of followers. Today, she is affectionately called the “box office queen,” a title she earned by consistently delivering hits and captivating audiences with her versatility.
Advani’s rise to stardom began with her appearance in ‘MS Dhoni: The Untold Story’. Directed by Neeraj Pandey, the film is a biopic on one of India’s most celebrated cricketers, Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Released in 2016, the movie featured the late Sushant Singh Rajput in the titular role, while Kiara played Sakshi Dhoni, Dhoni’s wife. The film was a commercial success, raking in an impressive Rs 216 crore at the box office. Advani’s portrayal of Sakshi Dhoni earned her widespread recognition and laid the foundation for future successes.
In 2019, Advani’s fame soared to new heights with the release of ‘Kabir Singh’, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. The movie was a massive success, garnering nationwide acclaim for both Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani. In ‘Kabir Singh’, Shahid Kapoor plays the role of a short-tempered surgeon named Kabir who spirals into a path of self-destruction after failing to marry the love of his life, Preeti, portrayed by Kiara. The movie is a Hindi remake of the Telugu hit ‘Arjun Reddy’, which starred Vijay Deverakonda and Shalini Pandey. ‘Kabir Singh’ emerged as the second highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2019, earning Rs 379 crore. This film undeniably played a crucial role in solidifying Kiara’s status as a leading actress in the industry.
2019 was indeed a remarkable year for Advani, as she also starred in ‘Good Newwz’.
. Directed by Raj Mehta, this family entertainer featured an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor, and Diljit Dosanjh. ‘Good Newwz’ revolves around two married couples who face a major mix-up during in-vitro fertilizations (IVFs). The comedy-drama turned out to be the sixth highest-grossing Bollywood film of 2019, earning Rs 318 crore.
Advani’s knack for choosing films that resonate with audiences continued to be evident with her role in ‘Shershaah’. Released in 2021, ‘Shershaah’ is a biographical war film based on the life of Captain Vikram Batra, an Indian Army officer who was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra for his bravery during the Kargil War. The film starred Sidharth Malhotra as Vikram Batra, while Kiara Advani portrayed Dimple Cheema, his fiancée. Both critics and audiences praised Advani’s performance, further cementing her reputation as a versatile actress capable of handling diverse roles.
The year 2022 saw another major triumph for Advani with ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’, the sequel to the popular 2007 film ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa’. Directed by Anees Bazmee, the horror-comedy features an ensemble cast including Kartik Aaryan, Tabu, and Rajpal Yadav. The story revolves around a cursed ghost that roams an old mansion, and the chaos that ensues when the spirit, trapped for 18 years, is set free. ‘Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2’ surprised fans with an unpredictable twist and went on to earn Rs 266 crore at the box office.
As Kiara Advani celebrates her birthday, it is clear that she has created a significant impact in Bollywood over the past decade. Her ability to select diverse roles that showcase her range as an actress, combined with her consistent box office successes, have truly earned her the title of “box office queen”. With each passing year, Kiara continues to captivate audiences with her performances, leaving us all eager to see what she will do next. The contributions of Kiara Advani to Indian cinema are undoubtedly substantial, making her one of the most formidable actresses in the industry today.
