19 Actors who made it big despite the skepticism from the industry

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2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals - Source: Getty
2024 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones - Arrivals - Source: Getty

14) Mark Ruffalo

39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival: American Riviera Award Honoring Mark Ruffalo - Source: Getty
39th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival: American Riviera Award Honoring Mark Ruffalo - Source: Getty

Mark Ruffalo has now reached the peak of his stardom with his role as The Hulk in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has also delivered outstanding performances in numerous indie films, balancing them with big blockbusters like The Zodiac. However, his career has not always been this flourishing, and he has faced his fair share of rejections and skepticism. Due to his short stature, casting directors were convinced he couldn't play a leading man, but with his charisma, he proved them wrong.

Edited by Ritika Pal
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