Meet this actor, who started as child actor and later made her debut in Salman Khan’s movie and now is a famous internet figure.
Bollywood has seen several actors over the years. While some made their debut at the age of 20, others stepped into the industry at a much younger age, as early as 9. This particular actress started auditioning when she was barely 9 years old. Over the years, she worked tirelessly, and as a result, she landed a role in a TV show that transformed her career. Interestingly, she made her Bollywood debut in a Salman Khan film that went on to earn ₹400 crore at the box office worldwide.
While fans expected her to pursue more films, to everyone’s surprise, she stepped away from acting and dedicated herself entirely to social media. Today, she is a massive social media influencer with a whopping 6.5 million followers.
If you’re wondering who we are talking about, it’s none other than social media sensation Aashika Bhatia. Yes, she is the same Aashika Bhatia who amazed everyone with her impressive weight loss transformation. Although she is no longer active in the showbiz industry, Aashika’s net worth is in the millions.
Early Career and TV Shows
Aashika started her career at the age of 9, and her first big break came with the popular TV show Meera, where she played the lead role, quickly rising to fame. She later appeared in various successful shows like Parvarrish and Kuch Rang Pyaar Ke Aise Bhi, further cementing her status in the industry.
Aashika Bhatia’s Bollywood Debut
Aashika made her impressive Bollywood debut in Prem Ratan Dhan Payo, where she portrayed the role of Salman Khan’s sister. The film was a massive box office success, grossing Rs 400 crore globally.
A Break from Acting
In 2020, Aashika decided to take a break from the film industry and explained, “It’s my decision not to take up any projects for a while. While shooting my web series Hum Tum And Them, I injured my legs in an accident while jumping. So, it’s been about one and a half years since I’ve taken up any acting projects.”
Aashika Bhatia’s Net Worth
After stepping away from films, Aashika gained popularity on TikTok. Following the ban of the app, she shifted her focus to Instagram, where she now enjoys a following of 6.5 million. According to reports, Bhatia charged Rs 15- Rs20 lakh for her appearance on Bigg Boss OTT 2. Aashika Bhatia’s net worth is estimated to be around Rs 16 crore ($2 million).
