One of the most interesting things about Diwali releases is that they not only light up our lives with fun, but also introduce us to new faces or make stars out of actors. 

Every Diwali flick has given us a face to cherish for a long time. Will Prem Ratan Dhan Payo make Sonam Kapoor lose her fashionista tag for the actor badge? Only time will tell…but here are five actors who became massive stars after their Diwali movies. Read on:

Deepika Padukone: 

The leggy lass, who had already made a name for herself in the modelling world, entered B-Town with Farah Khan’s reincarnation drama. Deepika sizzled as both Shanti and Sandy. It’s no wonder that she is playing Mastani opposite her real life beau Ranveer Singh in Bajirao Mastani. 

Ranbir Kapoor: 

Even though RK’s debut Diwali flick Saawariya bombed at the BO, he was recognized for his talent and looks. He soon bagged power-packed roles, Barfi! being one of them. Many box office hits followed and he was soon hailed as the most promising star of Bollywood. He might be going through a lean phase now, but all that is about to change with his upcoming Tamasha opposite former lover Deepika Padukone. 

Sonam Kapoor: 

She debuted with Saawariya too. Despite the movie not making big bucks at the box office, Sonam was launched into the big league right away. Her gorgeous Indian face and sartorial sensibilities made her a star to reckon with. It’s no wonder that she’s sharing screen space with Sallu in Prem Ratan…

Priyanka Chopra: 

Before Fashion came along, PeeCee was known for her commercial movies than her acting chops. But this National Award-winning movie changed it all. The beauty queen is not only making waves nationally, but also globally. 

Rani Mukerji: 

She was just a girl-next-door in her debut movie, but she became a total babe with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. With many powerful roles in her kitty, the beautiful actress went onto rule the industry till she quit it all for marital bliss.

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