From Carryminati To Rohan Joshi, Here Are 11 Popular YouTubers Who Made Their Acting Debut

The rise in popularity of YouTubers as actors is not a new phenomenon. In the past, many YouTubers have taken up acting as a second career or even just as a hobby.

Indian YouTubers have been a part of the entertainment industry for a while now. And they have gained popularity due to their content which has helped them become influencers.

Additionally, because being a public figures, they are able to reach their audiences in a more personal way than actors or actresses can. Sorely, because they are not limited by the script as they are in traditional movies or shows.

Being a YouTuber was earlier frowned upon, now every household has one YouTuber and their ability to be themselves and connect with their audiences makes them great influencers. Filmmakers and creators are smart enough to understand, what a YouTuber offers when they come on board for their project.

Here Are Popular YouTubers Who Turned Into Actors:

1. Lilly Singh in Dr Cabbie

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We believe YouTube became a career due to Lilly Singh, often known as Superwoman, a Canadian of Indian ancestry. She had incredibly relatable content for the desi audience, and many Indians chose YouTube as a career as a result. In 2014, she had an appearance in the Salman Khan-coproduced romantic comedy "Dr Cabbie." The protagonist of the narrative is a recently immigrated doctor to Canada who is unable to find employment and is thus compelled to work as a cab driver. He becomes a local hero after converting his taxi into a mobile medical clinic. Although she appeared in Dr Cabbie in a cameo.

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2. Kanan Gill in Noor

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Everyone is familiar with Kanan Gill as a YouTube sensation. He became well-known because of the Pretentious Movie Reviews segment, which he co-hosted with comedian Biswa Kalyan Rath. He and Biswa used to poke fun at the 90s movie scripts on the show. He made his acting debut with Sonakshi Sinha's starring role in the Bollywood comedy-drama film Noor. He portrayed Saad, Noor's best friend. The protagonist of the story is a feature-story working journalist named "Noor" who aspires to do serious reporting. While she is juggling the demands of her job and her romantic life, she discovers a news story that is the result of an investigation.

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3. Tanmay Bhat in Mr. X

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Scriptwriter, actor, comedian, and producer Tanmay Bhat is an Indian YouTuber. Along with Gursimranjet Singh Khamba, he co-founded and served as the executive director of the creative firm All India Bakchod (AIB). You may recall that AIB Knockout, a celebrity roast adaption made by Mumbai-based creative agency All India Bakchod, was in the news for all the wrong reasons. It was performed and shot in December 2014.

In Mr X, Tanmay made his acting debut as POPO, a close buddy of Raghuram played by Emraan Hashmi. The protagonist of the tale is a police officer who has the ability to become invisible and turns vigilant in order to exact revenge on those who have wronged him. The reviewers have referred to the film, which was a huge failure and in which Hashmi becomes both visible and invisible at the same time, as "torture."

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4. Prajakta Kohli in Mismatched

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On YouTube, Prajakta Koli, often known as Mostlysane, is a well-known figure. She is renowned for her insightful insights into daily life. Unlike other YouTubers, Prajakta gave her a starring role and not simply a cameo in the video. The story revolves around two teenagers who, after being matched together by their families, form a shaky friendship at a summer camp. In addition to playing the lead in the Mismatched television series, she also made her Bollywood debut in the comedy-drama Jug Jugg Jeeyo, playing Ginni, Varun Dhawan's sister.

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5. Bhuvan Bam in Taaza Khabar

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Bhuvan Bam is a Delhi-born comedian, author, musician, singer, and YouTuber. He is best known for his YouTube comedy channel, BB Ki Vines. Bam has published many original songs, starred in short films, and launched a YouTube web series called Dhindhora, in addition to creating comedic videos showcasing the life of an urban teenager and his wacky discussions with friends and family. He is getting ready for his next show, Taaza Khabar. The story revolves around a sanitation worker who discovers magical abilities, setting off a thrilling new journey for him and upsetting his quiet life.

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6. Rohan Joshi in Baar Baar Dekho

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All India Bakchod (AIB) is an Indian comedic troupe. Gursimran Khamba, Tanmay Bhat, and later Rohan Joshi and Ashish Shakya created the group. Rohan Joshi has a significant supporting role in the film as Sidharth Malhotra's best buddy.

The protagonist of the Baar Baar Dekho narrative is math whiz Jai Verma, who accidentally time travels into the future. He plans to go back in time and make up for his mistakes once he understands the value of life and love.

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7. Mallika Dua in Hindi Medium

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Mallika Dua is an Indian actor, comedian, and writer. She gained fame due to the 'Shit People Say: Sarojini Nagar Edition' viral video, which Mallika authored, styled, and starred in, and the comedian became well-known. She has been a social sensation before she decided to pursue acting full-time. In the comedy-drama "Hindi Medium" directed by Saket Chaudhary, she is seen making a cameo appearance opposite Irrfan Khan.

In Hindi Medium, Raj and Mita yearn for Pia, their daughter, to receive an education from a reputable institution. They make every effort to ensure that she enrols in the school once they realise that her past is preventing her from succeeding.

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8. Scherezade Shroff in BluffMaster!

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It's nearly hard to be unaware of Scherezade Shroff if you keep up with the YouTube community. At a time when vlogging wasn't the "latest craze," Scherezade aka Sherry Shroff began her career on YouTube. At that time, almost nobody knew what it was. In the song "Right here Right now," she and Abhishek Bachchan both had brief cameo appearances in the Bollywood romantic comedy Bluffmaster!

The plot of Bluffmaster! centres on Roy, who is forced to reconsider his decisions after his lover discovers that he is a fraud. He soon receives a terminal sickness diagnosis and decides to aid his gullible trainee.

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9. Kusha Kapila in Masaba Masaba

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YouTuber and influencer Kusha Kapila left her 9¨C5 job to focus on becoming a social media star. She became well-known after graduating from NIFT thanks to her humorous depictions of South Delhi aunties and other comedic videos aimed at young people. She has also contributed to other shows, including LOL: Hasse Toh Phasse and Ghost Stories.

She most recently made an appearance in Masaba Masaba Season 2, and as she is well-known for her stylish and amusing side, it was a pleasure to watch her. Masaba's PR was handled by Kusha, who portrays the role as a driven individual who will go above and beyond to promote her famous client.

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10. Sapan Verma in Luck By Chance

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Sapan Verma is a well-known and accomplished stand-up comedian in India. He is a founding member of The East India Comedy, one of the most popular comedy groups in India with more than 80 million YouTube views. The protagonist of Luck By Chance is an aspiring actor named Vikram who aspires to achieve success in Bollywood. He is given the opportunity to play the male lead in a movie, but it has an impact on his relationship with Sona, his girlfriend and a struggling actress. He appeared in the Bollywood romantic comedy Luck by Chance as a buddy of the lead actor Farhan Akhtar.

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11. CarryMinati in Runway 34

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Ajey Nagar, also known as CarryMinati, is well-known for his roasting videos, comedy sketches, and responses to countless internet subjects on his channel. CarryisLive, his second channel, is devoted to games and live streams. He made a fleeting cameo in the thriller-drama "Runway34," which starred Ajay Devgn, Amitabh Bachchan, and Rakul Preet Singh. In the movie, CarryMinati portrays himself. CarryMinati made his film debut as a lyricist and vocalist in Abhishek Bachchan's The Big Bull last year.

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Seems like, YouTube is not just an entertainment platform anymore but it has become an avenue for actors to find their big break.

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