Bollywood actors are known for their performances on screen, but some stars have also surprised audiences by stepping behind the microphone for their own films. Over the years, several actors have lent their voices to songs in movies they starred in, adding a personal touch to their characters and making those tracks even more memorable.
- 1. Tara Sutaria – Shaamat, Ek Villain Returns
- 2. Shraddha Kapoor – Sab Tera, Baaghi
- 3. Parineeti Chopra – Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin, Meri Pyaari Bindu
- 4. Alia Bhatt – Sooha Saaha, Highway
- 5. Vedang Raina – Phoolon Ka Taron Ka, Jigra
- 6. Ayushmann Khurrana – Pani Da Rang, Vicky Donor
- 7. Priyanka Chopra – Chaoro, Mary Kom
- 8. Diljit Dosanjh – Ishq Di Banjiyan, Soorma
- 9. Amitabh Bachchan – Rang Barse, Silsila
- 10. Sanjay Dutt – Aye Shivani, Khoobsurat
- 11. Farhan Akhtar – Rock On!!, Rock On!!
- 12. Shah Rukh Khan – Apun Bola, Josh
- 13. Aamir Khan – Aati Kya Khandala, Ghulam
- 14. Salman Khan – Hangover, Kick
- When Acting and Singing Come Together
From Amitabh Bachchan’s evergreen Rang Barse to Ayushmann Khurrana’s soulful Pani Da Rang, these performances have shown that some actors can entertain audiences both through acting and singing.
1. Tara Sutaria – Shaamat, Ek Villain Returns
Tara Sutaria showcased her singing abilities with Shaamat from Ek Villain Returns. Her voice added an emotional quality to the song, while her performance in the film gave her an opportunity to combine two of her artistic talents.
2. Shraddha Kapoor – Sab Tera, Baaghi
Shraddha Kapoor won hearts with her rendition of Sab Tera from Baaghi. The romantic song, featuring Shraddha alongside Tiger Shroff, became popular among music lovers. Her soft vocals perfectly matched the mood of the track and established her as one of the Bollywood actors who could also sing.
3. Parineeti Chopra – Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin, Meri Pyaari Bindu
Parineeti Chopra has often spoken about her passion for music, and Maana Ke Hum Yaar Nahin from Meri Pyaari Bindu gave audiences a chance to hear her singing. The soulful track highlighted her musical side and became one of the memorable songs associated with the film.
4. Alia Bhatt – Sooha Saaha, Highway
Alia Bhatt surprised audiences with her vocals in Sooha Saaha from Highway. Her voice complemented the film’s emotional and intimate storytelling. Since then, Alia has continued to showcase her singing skills in several projects.
5. Vedang Raina – Phoolon Ka Taron Ka, Jigra
Vedang Raina brought his musical side to the screen with Phoolon Ka Taron Ka in Jigra. The song allowed him to combine his acting performance with his vocal abilities and added another layer to his character in the film.
6. Ayushmann Khurrana – Pani Da Rang, Vicky Donor
Ayushmann Khurrana’s Pani Da Rang remains one of the most loved examples of an actor singing for his own movie. The song from Vicky Donor became a huge hit and immediately established Ayushmann as a talented singer as well as an actor. His soulful voice became an important part of the film’s identity.
7. Priyanka Chopra – Chaoro, Mary Kom
Priyanka Chopra lent her voice to Chaoro in Mary Kom. The lullaby suited the emotional atmosphere of the film and showed another side of Priyanka’s artistic abilities. She has also pursued music professionally and released songs internationally.
8. Diljit Dosanjh – Ishq Di Banjiyan, Soorma
Diljit Dosanjh is already a celebrated singer, so it came naturally for him to bring his musical talent into his acting projects. He sang Ishq Di Banjiyan for Soorma, the sports biopic in which he played hockey player Sandeep Singh.
9. Amitabh Bachchan – Rang Barse, Silsila
Few actor-sung songs have achieved the iconic status of Amitabh Bachchan’s Rang Barse from Silsila. The Holi classic has remained popular for generations and continues to be played during celebrations across the country. Amitabh’s distinctive voice and energetic presence made the song unforgettable.
10. Sanjay Dutt – Aye Shivani, Khoobsurat
Sanjay Dutt also tried his hand at singing with Aye Shivani in Khoobsurat. The fun track gave the actor an opportunity to step outside his usual performance and entertain audiences with his voice.
11. Farhan Akhtar – Rock On!!, Rock On!!
Farhan Akhtar’s journey as an actor-singer became closely associated with Rock On!!. His performance of the title track and other songs helped create the musical identity of the film. His portrayal of Aditya, combined with his singing, made the character particularly memorable.
12. Shah Rukh Khan – Apun Bola, Josh
Shah Rukh Khan showcased his singing skills in Apun Bola from Josh. The energetic track perfectly matched his character and the youthful atmosphere of the film. His fun performance added to the song’s charm.
13. Aamir Khan – Aati Kya Khandala, Ghulam
Aamir Khan turned singer for the hugely popular Aati Kya Khandala from Ghulam. The playful track became a cult favourite and remains one of the most recognisable songs from the actor’s career. Aamir’s unique delivery and comic style made the song stand out.
14. Salman Khan – Hangover, Kick
Salman Khan surprised fans when he lent his voice to Hangover from Kick. The romantic track became extremely popular and showcased a softer side of the superstar. His involvement in the song added to its appeal among his fans.
When Acting and Singing Come Together
For these actors, singing wasn’t simply about adding another credit to their films. In many cases, their voices helped audiences connect more closely with their characters and gave the songs a distinct personality.
Whether it was Amitabh Bachchan creating a timeless Holi anthem, Ayushmann Khurrana introducing himself as a singer with Pani Da Rang, or Aamir Khan turning Aati Kya Khandala into a cult hit, these performances prove that Bollywood talent often goes far beyond acting.
Their songs continue to be remembered by audiences, showing that when actors step behind the microphone, they can sometimes create musical moments just as memorable as their performances on screen.
