Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan to Sharman Joshi: Actors Who Stole the Show in Multi-starrer Films

Bollywood has given us several multi-starrer films that brought chaos, love, humour, thrill, and much more to the forefront. While ensemble casts have added weight to multiple plotlines, a select few actors have stood out for their nuanced understanding of their roles and their approach to different on-screen worlds. Here’s a look at actors who stole the show in multi-starrer films.

Salman Khan – Hum Saath-Saath Hain
Salman Khan stole the show in Hum Saath-Saath Hain with his portrayal of the iconic character Prem. He won hearts with his innocence and his ability to portray soft, heartfelt romance effortlessly. His playful quirks and chemistry with Sonali Bendre emerged as highlights of the film, and their on-screen romance continues to be considered a benchmark for love stories even today.

Akshay Kumar – Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
Though Akshay Kumar shared screen space with Salman Khan in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, his portrayal of Sunny. The actor created waves with his , quirky walking style, humour, and silliness, all of which made Sunny a memorable character.

Sharman Joshi – Golmaal
Rohit Shetty’s hit comedy franchise Golmaal continues to be loved for its wholesome humour and punchlines that never fail to land. While the ensemble cast undoubtedly entertained audiences, Sharman Joshi brought a perfect balance of humour and innocence as the original Laxman. Fans are now eager to know whether he will reprise his iconic character in the upcoming fifth instalment.

R. Madhavan – Dhurandhar
R. Madhavan created a storm with his portrayal of Ajay Sanyal in the current phenomenon, Dhurandhar. Though the actor did not engage in high-octane action sequences, he played the mastermind controlling the strings behind Mission Dhurandhar. From pulling off the body language to delivering intense stares, R. Madhavan proved to be the perfect fit to bring Ajay Sanyal to life.

Manoj Bajpayee – Gangs of Wasseypur
Gangs of Wasseypur belongs to the OG Manoj Bajpayee, aka Sardar Khan. The actor delivered a powerhouse performance as the central figure of the film’s first part and brought a compelling mix of raw intensity and dark humour, turning Sardar Khan into a pop-culture phenomenon.

Which of these iconic characters is your favourite?