Why is birthday boy Hrithik Roshan Bollywood’s sweetheart and trend setter?

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Why is birthday boy Hrithik Roshan Bollywood’s sweetheart and trend setter?

He’s not just a pretty face – there’s real talent in this actor’s oeuvre

Published: January 10, 2022 16:30 Nilanjana G. Javed, Senior Web Editor

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He may be a heartthrob, but Hrithik Roshan is known for so much more than just his good looks and well-built physique; his screen presence for one thing is unrivalled. As Roshan turns 48 on January 10, we look at the reasons he such a fan favourite. Image Credit: Insta/ hrithikroshan

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Hrithik Roshan and Ameesha Patel in Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai (2000)-1584444400777 — Roshan’s first-ever role in a Hindi movie was directed by his dad, yesteryear star Rakesh Roshan. In it, the leading man showed off dance moves that garnered a legion of fans and secured him a spot in the limelight. Image Credit:

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Hrithik Roshan and Rakesh Roshan — The first time the world saw him on screen all thoughts of whose son is he vanished. Over the years he’s become better known for a muscular frame, magical dance moves and intense screen presence. Is there a similarity between father and son – yes. But there’s also an undeniable dollop of talent that’s been passed through genes. Image Credit: Insta/hrithikroshan

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1.1250864-1729542191 — While there have been a few superheroes on the Bollywood scene, the very first – Krrish – was played by Roshan. Image Credit: Supplied

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1.802765-2156537235 — He didn’t allow himself to be pigeon-holed though; he has played a number of roles including that of a person of determination in ‘Koi Mil Gaya’, a thief in ‘Dhoom 2’ and a champion for euthanasia in ‘Guzaarish’. Image Credit: Supplied

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1.1344130-2008685816 — He’s also played royalty – with ease. In the movie ‘Jodhaa- Akbar’, Roshan killed the role of Emperor. Image Credit: Supplied

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Hrithik Roshan and Salman Khan — He was a tough competition for the Khans: His debut in 2000 came when only Khans reigned over Bollywood. Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai gave him a dream debut, making him the only actor to win both Filmfare Awards for Best Debut and Best Actor the same year. Just to note, his Bollywood entry came with such a bang, that it affected Abhishek Bachchan's career, who also debuted in the same year with Refugee! Image Credit: Insta/hrithikroshan

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Hrithik Roshan and Preity Zinta — He took the risk of playing a terrorist in his early years: When other actors preferred to sign easy and pleasant roles to establish a hold in the industry after their debut, Hrithik agreed to play a terrorist in his second and third films Fiza and Mission Kashmir, much to the surprise of many. While both the movies fared decently, his acting was appreciated by both the audience and critics alike. Image Credit:

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Hritik Roshan — He is best friends to his two sons Hrehaan and Hredaan. A perfect companion for his sons, daddy Roshan is often seen indulging in fun activities together, be it dancing, doing handstands, or mushy photo shoots, taking fantastic trips across the globe every now and then, sometimes along with his ex-wife wife and boy’s mom Sussanne Khan. A hands-on dad who takes time to teach his sons some important lessons of life. Image Credit:

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