Banned from Bollywood: Stars who got blacklisted

Known for her boldness and outspoken nature, Kangana has made headlines for calling out Bollywood's “nepo gang” and big production houses. Her public spats with Karan Johar, Hrithik Roshan, and others reportedly made her persona non grata in certain circles. Despite being a National Award-winning actor, she's often had to produce her own films to stay active in the industry.

Before taking over Hollywood, Priyanka quietly exited Bollywood after a cold war with influential insiders. While she never named anyone directly, her interview with Dax Shepard in 2023 hinted at being "pushed into a corner" and "not being cast." Fans linked it to her rumored fallout with a superstar's wife.

Though never officially blacklisted, Sushant’s tragic death in 2020 brought attention to the alleged isolation he faced in the industry. His fans and some insiders claimed that certain production houses had sidelined him, denying him key projects without explanation.

Tanushree rocked the industry when she accused veteran actor Nana Patekar of harassment on the sets of Horn Ok Pleassss in 2008. Post that, she mysteriously vanished from Bollywood, leading many to believe she was blacklisted for speaking up. Her 2018 comeback as the face of India’s #MeToo movement only highlighted the silence she'd faced for years.

Once hailed as the next big thing, Vivek Oberoi’s career took a major nosedive after his explosive press conference in 2003, where he accused Salman Khan of threatening him over Aishwarya Rai. The move reportedly angered powerful figures in the industry, and soon, his film offers began drying up.