Alia Bhatt’s versatile roles that showcase her rise as a modern superstar

Alia's Bollywood odyssey began with Karan Johar's glitzy campus drama 'Student of the Year'. As Shanaya, a stylish and popular high school girl, Alia was able to embrace youthful glamour and effortlessly reach a younger audience. While the role was frivolous compared to later performances, it launched her onto the scene as a promising newcomer with strong screen power. The movie's box office performance gave her a star-making debut, inviting more challenging roles. It was the beginning of her journey from teen sensation to all-around actress.