Nawazuddin Siddiqui worked as a chemist and later as a salesman.
The legendary actor, known for his charismatic presence on screen, worked as a coolie and a bus conductor in Bangalore before entering the film industry.
Before making it big in Bollywood as an action hero and comedy star, Akshay Kumar worked as a chef and waiter in Bangkok, where he also sold jewelry.
Boman Irani worked in his family's bakery business and later as a waiter and room service staff at Mumbai's Taj Mahal Palace Hotel.
Johnny Lever worked as a salesman in Mumbai's Dhanji Street market before pursuing a career in entertainment.