We seldom think that having a background to rise in the industry is important, but here we have actors, who got lead roles in Bollywood directly from the theatre! Here you go!

Jim Sarbh

Famous for his supporting roles in the Indian cinema, Jim Sarbh is not just an actor but also a theatre director. In fact, the '30 under 30' list of Forbes included him for his contributions to the theatre. He has acted in Neerja, Padmaavat, Sanju and more.

Rasika Dugal

Rasika is a postgraduate in acting and has worked in various soap operas, Indian-German drama films and also some Bollywood films. Her famous works are Qissa and Manto.

Kirti Kulhari

Kirti is known for her role in her last movie, Blackmail. The actress has also previously appeared in Khichdi: The Movie and Pink.

Sayani Gupta

Known for playing the Pakistani Bangladeshi girl in Margarita with the Straw, the actress in a graduate from the Film and Television Institute of India. She also appeared in Fan and Jolly LLB 2. Her last movies were Jagga Jasoos, Jab Harry Met Sejal and Fukrey Returns.

Manav Kaul

Kaul is an Indian theatre director and actor. He is famous for his supporting role in 'Tumhari Sulu'. He will also be seen soon in 'Karwaan'.