Bollywood has always had a unique approach to casting lead pairs, and age gaps between actors and actresses have often been a subject of discussion. Some of the industry’s biggest stars have worked with actresses much younger than them, portraying romantic pairs despite significant age differences. Let’s take a look at some of the most notable examples where actors romanced actresses far younger than themselves on the silver screen.
Ranveer Singh Romances a 19-Year-Younger Actress in Upcoming Film
Ranveer Singh, known for his energetic performances, is set to appear in Aditya Dhar’s upcoming film. In this project, Ranveer, aged 39, will be seen romancing Sara Arjun, who is 19 years younger than him. While this pairing has already caught people’s attention, it is not the first time Bollywood has seen such a significant age gap between its lead actors.
Amitabh Bachchan: 44 Years Age Gap in Nishabd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is no stranger to working with much younger actresses. One of the most talked-about examples is his film Nishabd, where he played a character romantically involved with a much younger woman, portrayed by Jiah Khan. The age difference between the two was a staggering 44 years. Amitabh has also shared screen space with actresses like Manisha Koirala, who was 28 years younger than him in Lal Baadshah.
Salman Khan and His Young Co-Stars
Salman Khan has frequently been paired with actresses who are significantly younger than him. In Lucky: No Time for Love, Salman worked with Sneha Ullal, who was 22 years younger. He also romanced Sonakshi Sinha in Dabangg, where the age gap was 22 years. In Radhe, Salman shared the screen with Disha Patani, who was 27 years younger than him. The largest gap came in Dabangg 3, where he was paired with Sai Manjrekar, 33 years his junior.
Shah Rukh Khan and His Younger Co-Stars
Shah Rukh Khan, the King of Bollywood, has also been part of films where the age difference with his co-stars was noticeable. In Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Shah Rukh was paired with Anushka Sharma, who was 22 years younger. Their chemistry was loved by fans, and the duo went on to act in films like Jab Tak Hai Jaan and Jab Harry Met Sejal. In Om Shanti Om, Shah Rukh romanced Deepika Padukone, 21 years his junior, and they continued to work together in hits like Chennai Express and Happy New Year.
Rajinikanth’s Pairing with Actresses Much Younger
South Indian superstar Rajinikanth has also appeared opposite actresses significantly younger than him. One notable example is his role opposite Aishwarya Rai in Robot, where the age gap was 23 years. In Lingaa, the gap was even larger as he shared the screen with Sonakshi Sinha, who is 37 years younger.
Aamir Khan and His Younger Co-Stars
Aamir Khan, known for his diverse roles, has also worked with actresses much younger than him. In Ghajini, Aamir starred opposite Asin, who was 20 years younger. In Laal Singh Chaddha, he shared the screen with Kareena Kapoor Khan, who is 16 years younger than him.
Ajay Devgn and His Younger On-Screen Loves
Ajay Devgn has also had his share of films where the age gap between him and his leading lady was significant. In Shivaay, Ajay was paired with Erica Kaar, who was 20 years younger. Ajay continues to be a sought-after actor, often cast opposite younger actresses.
Sunny Deol’s On-Screen Pairings
Sunny Deol has also worked with much younger actresses. In Singh Saab The Great, he romanced Urvashi Rautela, who was 37 years younger. Similarly, in Ghayal, Sunny shared the screen with Soha Ali Khan, who was 22 years younger.
These age gaps in Bollywood films highlight the industry’s unique approach to casting and the audience’s acceptance of on-screen romances, regardless of the actors’ real-life age differences. As Bollywood continues to evolve, these pairings remain a part of the industry’s storytelling tradition.
