A 16 year old Jiah Khan was to debut in Mukesh Bhatt's 'Tumsa Nahin Dekha', but backed out when she felt the role was too mature for her and was replaced by Dia Mirza.
Two years later in 2006, she debuted in the controversial 'Nishabd', where she acted opposite Amitabh Bachchan.
The film released in March 2007 to mixed reviews, though Jiah Khan was noted for her confidence, attitude and sex appeal.