From Reality TV to Bollywood Stardom

Singer, Actor, Poet Ayushmann Khurrana, the Complete Entertainer.

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Reality TV Start

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Debut in Bollywood

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Multitalented

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Bold Role Choices

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Poet and Writer

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Chandigarh Roots

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Socially Relevant Cinema

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Consistent Success

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National Award Winner

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