Meet Bollywood stars who found fame through MTV


MTV Shutdown

MTV was not just a music channel; it was a platform to shape the thinking, fashion, and dreams of the youth. In the late 90s and early 2010s, MTV influenced an entire generation. The recent news that MTV’s music channels are shutting down in the UK has caused sadness in the hearts of people. However, it is a matter of relief that no such decision has been taken yet regarding MTV India, so the memories and nostalgia of the Indian audience are safe for the time being.

Ayushmann Khurrana

Ayushmann Khurrana is counted among Bollywood’s most sensible and socially relevant actors today. But his journey started like a normal college student from MTV Roadies Season 2. After winning the show, he became a popular VJ on MTV. His confidence in front of the camera, speaking style and spontaneity were also evident in his later films. MTV gave him recognition and platform, which opened the doors of Bollywood.

Malaika Arora

Malaika Arora is the identity of glamour, dance and fitness today, but she also started her career from MTV. He has hosted shows like MTV Love Line and Style Check. Her style, confidence and flirtatiousness made her a youth icon. The popularity she got on MTV led her to films and item numbers, where she made her own identity.

Amrita Arora

Malaika’s sister Amrita Arora also started her career with MTV. His simplicity and friendly manner as a VJ endeared him to the people. After MTV, she moved to films and worked in many Bollywood films. His journey shows that MTV used to prepare new faces for the industry.

Anusha Dandekar

Anusha Dandekar is one of the most popular VJs on MTV. She rose to fame with shows like House of Style, Teen Diva and Love School. His modern, frank and confident style was associated with the youth of that era. After MTV, she also worked in films and other projects.

Shenaz Treasurywala

Shenaz Treasurywala got special recognition from MTV Most Wanted. His energy, innocence and ease in front of the camera made him extremely popular. MTV proved that if you are like yourself in front of the camera, that can be your biggest strength. She later worked in films like Ishq Vishk and Delhi Belly.

Rhea Chakraborty

Rhea Chakraborty and Rannvijay Singha are also big gifts of MTV. Rhea made her mark as a VJ and then ventured into films. At the same time, Rannvijay became the first winner of Roadies and gradually became the face of MTV India. As a host, mentor and a leader, he inspired the youth. On the whole, MTV did not just entertain, but gave flight to the dreams of many Bollywood stars.