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An actor’s journey is not defined by a single medium. Television, films and OTT have each offered performers different opportunities to tell stories, portray varied characters and connect with audiences. Several actors who have made their mark on television have also ventured into films and web series, while continuing to explore new facets of their craft. Here’s a look at Yami Gautam, Mahima Makwana, Vikram Singh Chauhan, Anjali Anand and Ankit Siwach and the different paths their careers have taken across television, OTT and films.
Yami Gautam
Yami Gautam began her acting career with television shows like Chand Ke Paar Chalo and Yeh Pyar Na Hoga Kam and became a household name amongst the viewers. She soon made a successful foray into films with Vicky Donor and gave memorable performances in Kaabil, Bala, A Thursday, OMG 2 and Article 370, proving that her talent could shine across every medium.
Mahima Makwana
Mahima Makwana started her acting career at a young age and became popular with Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke and Rishton Ka Chakravyuh. Since then, she has successfully forayed into films and OTT with projects like Antim: The Final Truth, Tumse Na Ho Payega, Showtime and Netflix’s Musafir Cafe, which are a testament to her evolving journey through various storytelling formats.
Vikram Singh Chauhan
Vikram Singh Chauhan became a household name with the hit shows Jaana Na Dil Se Door and Yehh Jadu Hai Jinn Ka. Since then, he has added to his portfolio with acclaimed OTT and film projects such as Rudra: The Edge of Darkness, Sena, whose ensemble bagged the Jury Choice Award, Baarish, Raat Jawaan Hai on Sony LIV, and will next be seen in Pooja Meri Jaan on ZEE5 with Mrunal Thakur and Huma Qureshi. This shows his steady foray into OTT and films.
Anjali Anand
Anjali Anand made her mark on television with Dhhai Kilo Prem and Kulfi Kumar Bajewala. Having made her way successfully into films with Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, she has also dabbled in OTT projects, proving that her natural screen presence works just as well beyond TV.
Ankit Siwach
Ankit Siwach gained fame on television with shows like Rishton Ka Chakravyuh and Beyhadh 2. Since then, he has worked in digital platforms and films like Kull: The Legacy of the Raisingghs on JioHotstar and 120 Bahadur with Farhan Akhtar. He is also set to appear in the upcoming JioHotstar series Dhai Chaal further cementing his steady transition to OTT and films.
As the entertainment world continues to change, the lines between television, OTT and films are rapidly blurring and these actors are at the center of this change. With daring choices, standout performances and a willingness to reinvent themselves, they’ve proven that talent isn’t medium-specific. Whether on the small screen, streaming platforms or the big screen, they continue captivating audiences and redefine what a modern acting career looks like.
