Bollywood is known to lure talent from all corners of the country. And while there is no dearth of newcomers in this field, there is also a fair share of actors who began their career in regional cinema before landing roles in Bollywood. HitList points the few we want to see more of in Hindi films...

Dhanush

Last Hindi film: 'Raanjhanaa' (2013)
Active in: Tamil cinema
The X-Factor: In the recent past, no other South Indian male actor made a splash the way Dhanush did with his Hindi film debut, Raanjhanaa. The confidence he exuded in his role opposite Sonam Kapoor reeks of promise. He has already signed his second Bollywood venture, which will star Amitabh Bachchan and will be directed by R Balki.