10 Bollywood Actors Who Brought History To Life On Silver Screen

Zee Media Bureau
Dec 05, 2023

Hrithik Roshan as Emperor Akbar

In Jodha Akbar, Roshan delivered a powerful performance as the Mughal emperor, capturing his intelligence, ruthlessness, and charisma.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan As Jodha Bai

In 'Jodhaa Akbar', Aishwarya portrayed the role of Jodha Bai, the Rajput queen and wife of Emperor Akbar.

Shah Rukh Khan as Ashoka

In Asoka, Khan portrayed the transformation of Ashoka from a ruthless warrior to a compassionate emperor who embraced Buddhism.

Deepika Padukone As Queen Padmaavati

Deepika portrayed the titular character of Queen Padmavati, a historical figure from Rajputana.

Ranveer Singh As Peshwa Bajirao I

In Bajirao Mastani Ranveer Singh portrayed the Maratha warrior Peshwa Bajirao I in this historical romance.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas As Kashibai

In 'Bajirao Mastani' Priyanka Chopra played the role of Kashibai, the first wife of Peshwa Bajirao I.

Shahid Kapoor As Maharawal Ratan Singh

Shahid Kapoor played the role of Maharawal Ratan Singh, the valiant Rajput king and husband of Queen Padmavati, in "Padmaavat," a historical drama.

Kangana Ranaut As Rani Laxmibai

In 'Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi', Kangana portrayed the historical figure of Rani Laxmibai, one of the leading figures of the Indian Rebellion of 1857.

Saif Ali Khan As Udaybhan Rathod

Saif Ali Khan played the character of Udaybhan Rathod in 'Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior', portraying a ruthless and cunning Mughal general.

Rekha As Umrao Jaan

Rekha played the role of Umrao Jaan Ada, a character set in 19th-century Lucknow.

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