New Delhi, May 24 -- Star kids in the film industry often benefit from privilege and easy access, with many enjoying smooth launch into showbiz. However, not all manage to leave an instant mark on audiences. One such actor, who made his debut in the Malayalam film industry, had a disappointing start as his first film failed terribly. Result? He battled with depression until he made a powerful comeback and went on to bag the National Award. In the latest, he delivered the highest-grossing Hindi film of 2024.

It is none other than actor Fahadh Faasil, son of filmmaker Fazil.

Fahadh made his much-awaited debut in the Malayalam film industry with his father's film, Kaiyethum Doorath in 2002. He starred opposite Nikita Thukral, under the sta...