Study Abroad

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How Studying Abroad Influenced These Celebrities' Acting Careers 

By Harminder Singh 

A Glimpse into the Global Education of Bollywood Stars 

Introduction 

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Triple honors degree holder in Finance, Business, and Economics from Manchester Business School, UK. Former investment banker. Worked in famous movie like Ladies vs Ricky Bahl, winning the Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut. 

Parineeti Chopra 

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Moved to the United States for high school, honed skills in Western music, dance, and acting. Globally renowned for her acting and social work. Worked in famous movies like Mary kom, Fashion, Agneepath 

Priyanka Chopra 

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Completed undergraduate studies in History from Balliol College, Oxford University. Holds a Master's in International Relations from London School of Economics. Worked in famous movies like Rang De Basanti (2006), Go Goa Gone (2013) 

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Soha Ali Khan 

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Attended Winchester College, UK, before venturing into Bollywood. Known for his remarkable performances in diverse roles. Worked in famous movies like Vikram Vedha (2022), Adipurush (2023), Sacred Games (2018–2019) .

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Saif Ali Khan 

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Pre-university education at the United World College of South East Asia, Singapore. Pursued courses in Economics and Politics at the University of East London. Worked in famous movies like Raanjhana, Neerja, Pad Man. 

Sonam Kapoor 

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Enrolled in the School of Visual Arts, New York, after completing filmmaking schooling. Also trained in Method Acting at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. Worked in famous movies like Rockstar, Tamasha, Wake up Sid, Sanju. 

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Ranbir Kapoor 

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Graduated from Columbia University, New York, before entering Bollywood. Advocates the power of education in shaping a holistic character. Worked in famous movies like Simmba, Kedarnath, Coolie No. 1, Love Aaj Kal 2. 

Sara Ali Khan 

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Schooling at Fremont High School, California. Pursued Film Making at the New York Film Academy, Los Angeles. Worked in famous movies like Jaane Tu..Ya Jaane Na, Mere Brother Ki Dulhan, I Hate Luv Storys. 

Imran Khan 

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Bachelor's degree in Arts from Indiana University, Bloomington, USA. Renowned for his dynamic performances and enthusiasm. Worked in famous movies like Bajirao Mastani (2015), Gully Boy (2019), Padmaavat (2018), Dil Dhadakne Do (2015). 

Ranveer Singh 

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Undergraduate degree in English literature from Aiglon College, Switzerland. A prominent name in the Indian film industry. Worked in famous movies like Bunty Aur Babli (2005) Guru (2007). 

Abhishek Bachchan 

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Management graduate from the University of Melbourne, Australia. Known for his emotive performances in films like Highway and Sarabjit. 

Randeep Hooda 

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Business management degree from Nottingham Trent University. A talented actor with a string of successful films to his credit. Worked in famous movies like Badlapur, October, Humpty Sharma Ki Dhulania. 

Varun Dhawan 

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Degree in music courses from the Musicians Institute, California. A leading actor in the South Indian film industry. Worked in famous movies like Gabbar Singh (2012), Balupu (2013), Yevadu. 

Shruti Hassan 

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Completed business management course at the University of Michigan. Known for his roles in Golmaal series and other popular movies. 

Tushar Kapoor 

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Acting course from Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute, USA. Rising star with notable performances in films like Gunjan Saxena and upcoming Dostana 2. 

Janhvi Kapoor 

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Highlight the significance of education in personal development and emphasize the support provided by Leverage Edu's experienced counselors for aspiring students. 

Recap 

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