#ThenVsNow: 90s Bollywood actors

Priyamm Dangi

 Jan 30, 2023

Shah Rukh Khan

Shah Rukh Khan made his film debut with Deewana in 1992, alongside the late Rishi Kapoor and Divya Bharti. Back then, he sported baggy clothes and a rather funky hairstyle

Pathaan style

The superstar is smashing all the box-office records with his latest release, Pathaan, in which he is sporting a chiseled body and long hair.

Salman Khan

Salman Khan won hearts with his debut film Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989, opposite Bahgyashree. He became a trendsetter with his iconic leather jacket in the movie.

Fashion statement

Salman Khan’s bodybuilding evolution has been an inspiration to many over the years. Apart from his toned body, his signature chain bracelet also defines his fashion game

Aamir Khan

Aamir Khan made his debut as a hero in the 1988 musical blockbuster Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, opposite Juhi Chawla. Blessed with good looks, he was known for his ‘chocolate boy’ image during his early years

‘Mr Perfectionist’

The actor later ditched his ‘chocolate boy’ persona, and kept experimenting with his roles and looks. In his latest film Laal Singh Chadha, he sported a beard and turban

Akshay Kumar

Akshay Kumar’s first film as a hero was the 1991 crime-revenge drama Saugandh, opposite Shantipriya. Fans loved his ​athletic physique and swanky hair

‘Khiladi Kumar’

Often lauded for his action sequences and comic timing, ‘Khiladi Kumar’ sported a rather serious avatar as an ASI archaeologist in his latest film Ram Setu

Ajay Devgn

Ajay Devgn made his debut with Madhoo in the 1991 film Phool Aur Kaante, bagging a Filmfare Award. He maintained his action hero persona throughout the formative years of his career

Casual and cool

Ajay, who is now also a film director and producer, is mostly seen sporting casual and comfortable clothes onscreen and off it.

Bobby Deol

Bobby Deol’s first film Barsaat was released in 1995, opposite Twinkle Khanna. He had won a Filmfare Award for his debut performance. His long curly hair soon became a style statement at the time

Long curly hair

Cut to his latest romantic thriller film - Love Hostel (2022) - Bobby is still flaunting his long hair and rugged look, albeit with grey streaks