Genelia D’Souza, a beloved actress in Indian cinema, has charmed audiences with her vibrant performances and infectious energy. As we celebrate her birthday, let’s delve into her most successful films and their box office performances.
Genelia made her acting debut with the Bollywood film Tujhe Meri Kasam in 2003, opposite Riteish Deshmukh. The film was a moderate success, but it marked the beginning of a fruitful career for Genelia. She gained significant attention with her role in the Tamil film Boys the same year, which was a commercial success.
Rise to Stardom in Indian Cinema
Genelia’s career took a significant turn with her entry into Telugu cinema. Her performance in Satyam (2003) was well-received, and the film was a hit at the box office. However, it was her role in Bommarillu (2006) that catapulted her to stardom. The film was a massive success, earning her the Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Telugu. Bommarillu was praised for its engaging storyline and Genelia’s portrayal of the bubbly and vivacious Hasini.
Bollywood Success
Genelia returned to Bollywood with a bang in Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na (2008). The film, directed by Abbas Tyrewala and produced by Aamir Khan, was a major hit. Genelia’s role as Aditi “Meow” Mahant was widely appreciated, and the film’s box office success solidified her position in Bollywood. Jaane Tu… Ya Jaane Na grossed over ₹55.62 crores, making it one of the highest-grossing films of the year.
Genelia Notable Films and Box Office Performances
Santosh Subramaniam (2008)
A Tamil remake of Bommarillu, Santosh Subramaniam was another feather in Genelia’s cap. The film was a commercial success and received positive reviews for its heartwarming story and performances.
Ready (2008)
In the same year, Genelia starred in the Telugu film Ready, opposite Ram Pothineni. The film was a blockbuster, grossing over ₹28 crores at the box office. Ready was later remade in Hindi with Salman Khan and Asin in the lead roles.
Force (2011)
Genelia’s performance in Force, opposite John Abraham, was well-received. The film was a remake of the Tamil film Kaakha Kaakha and did well at the box office, grossing over ₹27 crores.
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya (2012)
Genelia starred opposite her husband, Riteish Deshmukh, in this romantic comedy. The film was a moderate success, grossing around ₹19.45 crores. The chemistry between the real-life couple was a highlight of the film.
Recent Success with Ved (2022)
Genelia made her Marathi film debut with Ved, directed by Riteish Deshmukh. The film was a massive success, grossing over ₹75 crores.Ved became the highest-grossing Marathi film of 2022 and the fourth highest-grossing Marathi film of all time. Genelia’s performance was highly praised, and she won the Best Popular Actress Award at the Zee Gaurav Awards 2023.