Ranveer Singh in Padmaavat to Jaideep Ahlawat in The Family Man 3: Actors Who Are Bold & Daring with On-screen Style Experimentations

There is something entirely bold about actors who pull off style experiments on-screen. Whether it’s about sporting long hair, going bald, sporting accessories or even stepping into an unexpected territory, only to leave the audience flabbergasted. The actors who’re unafraid to experiment are successfully igniting curiosity among the audience for what’s to come. Take a look:

Shahid Kapoor – Haider
We have known Shahid Kapoor as the chocolate boy or the boy next door in his films like Ishq Vishk, Kismat Konnection, Teri Meri Kahaani, Paathshaala and more; films that defined the Shahid Kapoor-era. In the critically acclaimed Haider, the actor entered an entirely new chapter by going semi-bald, sporting a corporate beard, and wearing Kashmiri clothing. Known for his impeccable range, the actor portrayed a young man descending into grief and madness, a performance that earned him widespread acclaim.

Ranveer Singh – Padmaavat
Ranveer Singh, known for his on-screen and off-screen flamboyance, delivered one of his boldest performances as the menacing Alauddin Khilji in Padmaavat. To embody the ruthless nature of the character, Singh combined dark aesthetics with modern elements, featuring a dense natural beard, long hair that oozed a lion’s mane effect and costumes that transitioned between a sultan’s attire and battle-hardened outfits.

Jaideep Ahlawat – The Family Man 3
Jaideep Ahlawat played the 0unforgettable central antagonist in The Family Man Season 3 and stepped into a character that is defined by raw and ruthless aesthetics. To bring realism to his appeal, his visual style featured a rugged beard, long hair and a man bun that added gravitas to his appearance as a negative character.

Raghav Juyal – Kill
We have known Raghav Juyal for his dance and comedy, but Kill unravelled an entirely different shade of the actor. Juyal went brutal as the psychopathic antagonist, Fani. For the visuals, the actor wears printed T-shirts and layers them with thin gold chain, metal watch and simple rings. It was his bold approach to the character that shifted perceptions about the star.

Aparshakti Khurana – Gunmaaster G9
Aparshakti Khurana is at his menacing best as the chilling villain in his upcoming film, Gunmaaster G9. The actor embraces a layered, grey shade and his first look stands as a testament to the same, one that features him sporting unkempt curls, a rugged costume, a striking nose ring and an expression that promises to keep you at the edge of your seats. Gunmaaster G9 promises thrilling action sequences and high-stakes drama, expected to release during Dussehra this year.

Vijay Verma – Darlings
Vijay Verma underwent an entire transformation for his role in Darlings, to play a middle-class husband. He is mostly seen in a crisp white shirt with dark trousers and a matching tie, while his hair is groomed in a neat, side partition; a clean look that’s nealy contrasting to his manipulative nature as Hamza.

Whether visually or intellectually, these actors are afraid to experiment with characters and projects – and the audience is seated.