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    Is it necessary to be very attractive and beautiful?
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    That's definitely a bonus, but being confident and talented can go a long way. The camera and makeup artists can fix many minor flaws you have.
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    Can I start my career if I m 13 years but I am very good at acting?
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    Yes, you can become an actress if you are 13 years old. There are many child actors who started their career with a very young age, such as Siddharth Nigam, Reem Sameer Sheikh, Tunisha Sharma, and Mohd Faizaan. Reem started her career when she was 7 years old, and Faizaan when 4 years old.
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    Can I become a Bollywood actress if my family doesn't have a Bollywood background?
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    Absolutely. As long as you have the talent and audition for Bollywood roles, you can become a Bollywood actress.
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    Is it necessary to sing well to become a Bollywood actress?
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    No, being an actress doesn't require any kind of musical ability. But the more skills you have, the more different types of roles will be open to you.
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    How do I help my daughter become a Bollywood actress?
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    Take her to acting, singing, and dancing classes, and take her to Mumbai for auditions.
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    Can I be an actress with no experience?
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    Well, everyone has to start somewhere and start gaining experience. It is unlikely that you would be hired as a Bollywood actress if you have no acting experience whatsoever, unless you're exceptionally talented.
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    Can I become a TV actor if I am only five feet tall?
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    Yes, of course you can. Alia Bhatt is very much in demand and she is quite short.
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    Can I become an actress even if I'm not attractive?
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    As long as you're a talented actor, looks don't matter.
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    Can a Muslim be a Bollywood actor?
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    Of course. There are many actors who are Muslims, like Shahrukh Khan and Nargis Fakhri.
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    What types of talent should I have?
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    Your should be able to dance, speak Hindi, be able to fight, and have some comedic sense along with dramatic and romantic senses.
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    Can I became a Bollywood actress if I am from Malaysia?
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    Of course you can, if you have the talent. Learn Hindi, embrace India, make it your own and people won't even remember you are not Indian.
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    What are the disadvantages of being an actress?
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    Disadvantages include being recognized everywhere if you're famous, having uncertainty about your next job, having to be physically fit, keeping slim, etc. You might also find that the industry is fairly ruthless and ready to discard people who don't fit the current image. Consider doing theater work, not just film work to broaden your job opportunities and improve your skills constantly.
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    How can I be an actress if I'm not allowed to wear short dresses?
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    There are many roles that do not require short dresses, so you can still be an actress.
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    How do I convince my family that I want to become an actor?
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    Talk to them about why you want to do it and share how you will work hard to achieve your goals.
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    Can I become a Bollywood actress if I am from Morocco?
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    Yes of course, but you need to learn Hindu. Bollywood has many actors who are not Indian, like Katrina Kaif, Sunny Leone, Nargis Fakhri, etc.
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    Can I become a Bollywood actress if I am from Bangladesh?
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    Yes you can be a Bollywood actress if you are from Bangladesh. However, you should learn Hindi and English well enough to speak clearly and hold comprehensible conversations.
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    How can I become an actress if I am fat?
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    It is possible to take on character roles but like most movie makers, Bollywood is hung up on thin actresses for now. This may change, as it is changing in Hollywood.
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    I am from Macedonia and speak five languages. Do I have a chance to get small roles in Indian films?
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    If you have talent, you have the chance to get small and big roles, providing your auditions go well.
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    How will I know when there's an audition going on in Mumbai?
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    You can do an internet search to determine when and where local auditions are held near you.
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    Can I be an actress if there is no family support?
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    Yes, but it will be difficult and you should ensure that you have some type of support system.
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    Is height important to being an actress?
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    No, the only important thing is talent and hard work.
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    Must I be North Indian to be a Bollywood actress?
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    No, because there are many actors and actresses in Bollywood who are not North Indians, like Shamna Kasim and John Abraham.
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    Can I become a Bollywood actor if I am Muslim?
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    You can become a Bollywood star if you are Muslim. Salman Khan and Shahrukh Khan are Muslims.
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    Can I become a Bollywood actress if I come from a small village?
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    Yes, you can.
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    Can I become an actress if I don't have beautiful nails?
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    Nails are not important when you're an actress. What matters most is your ability to act.
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    What features should a Bollywood actress have?
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    The most important thing is confidence. Talent and beauty are obviously factors, as well.
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    If I am Bengali, but know Hindi very well, can I become a Bollywood actress?
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    Yes, you can!
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    Can I do this if I know Hindi but do not live in India?
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    Knowing Hindi is a good start, but you will probably have to at least be willing to travel to India for auditions.
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    I have been an actor in Mumbai for the last 3 years. I have tried the tips above without success, how can I ensure I get noticed?
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    Keep trying. Persistence is the name of the game. No matter what, carry on.
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    Can I join the film industry if I have stretch marks?
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    Of course you can! After all, confidence is more important and impressive than appearance a lot of the time.
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