Bollywood’s leading ladies, from Alia Bhatt to Triptii Dimri, are all set to shine in 2025 with an exciting range of films. These talented actors are ready to take on diverse roles, from action-packed thrillers to emotional dramas, showcasing their versatility.
Here’s a look at the upcoming projects of Bollywood actors that have everyone eagerly waiting.
Bollywood's Leading Ladies' Lineup In 2025
Alia Bhatt
Alia Bhatt had a relatively quiet year in 2024, but 2025 promises something exciting. She will star alongside Sharvari in Alpha, a part of YRF's spy universe, set to release in December. With only one release lined up for 2025, her future projects include Love and War in 2026. Additionally, reports hint that Chamunda, part of Maddock Films' horror-comedy universe, might be in her lineup for 2027.
Shraddha Kapoor
There has been no official announcement regarding Shraddha Kapoor's upcoming projects yet. However, three films are reportedly in the works under her name, the sequel to her superhit film Stree, titled Stree 3, and possibly the next installments of Dhoom and Krrish. Official confirmations are still awaited.
Additionally, while Shraddha has not revealed any details yet, filmmaker Nikhil Dwivedi confirmed in November 2024 that she is indeed a part of his upcoming film Naagin, which is set to begin production soon.
Kriti Sanon
Similarly, Kriti Sanon currently has no confirmed projects in her lineup. While there was talk of a Meena Kumari biopic directed by Manish Malhotra, he has since stepped away from the project, leading to speculation that the film may be shelved for now. Stay tuned for updates on Kriti's upcoming projects.
Taapsee Pannu
Taapsee Pannu and Pratik Gandhi's upcoming film Woh Ladki Hai Kahaan will be a comedy-drama. While the release date is yet to be announced, Taapsee will also star in Gandhari, a gripping tale of a fierce mother who will go to any lengths to protect her child. This intense drama will be available on Netflix in 2025.
Kiara Advani
Kiara Advani has an exciting lineup of films ahead. She kicks off 2025 with Game Changer alongside Ram Charan, releasing in January. In April, she stars in Toxic with Yash, Nayanthara, and Huma Qureshi. August brings War 2, featuring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR. Additionally, Kiara and Sidharth Malhotra are reportedly in talks for a romantic fantasy film, possibly produced by Maddock Films. However, this project is yet to be officially confirmed, as these details come from reports.
Mrunal Thakur
Mrunal Thakur’s upcoming lineup is equally impressive. She stars in Pooja Meri Jaan, alongside Huma Qureshi, and in the romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan, where she shares the screen with Varun Dhawan and Sreeleela. This film is set to release on October 2, 2025. Additionally, she will be part of the ensemble cast of Son of Sardaar 2, a sequel to the 2012 film, featuring Ajay Devgn, Sanjay Dutt, and Mrunal herself.
Kareena Kapoor
Kareena Kapoor is rumored to headline Meghna Gulzar’s upcoming project, tentatively titled Daayra, alongside Prithviraj Sukumaran. According to India Today, Prithviraj’s role is pivotal to the storyline, while Kareena’s character promises a fresh portrayal, combining strength, vulnerability, and intuition. However, no further details or official confirmation about the film have been released so far.
Triptii Dimri
2024 has been a great year for Triptii Dimri in terms of her Bollywood lineup, and 2025 is shaping up to be just as exciting. She will star in Dhadak 2 alongside Siddhant Chaturvedi. Additionally, filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj is set to begin shooting his untitled action thriller with Shahid Kapoor and Triptii this December. The official announcement is expected soon, and the film is slated for release in 2025.
Janhvi Kapoor
For now, Janhvi Kapoor's 2025 line-up includes Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, where she will star alongside Varun Dhawan. The film, set to release in April, also features Sanya Malhotra and Rohit Saraf. The next will be with Ram Charan, tentatively titled RC16.
Ananya Panday
Ananya Panday's Chand Mera Dil, directed by Vivek Soni, is set to release in cinemas in 2025. Another exciting upcoming release is the biopic of C Sankaran Nair, reportedly titled The Untold Story of C Sankaran Nair. The period drama, which began filming last year, stars R. Madhavan and Akshay Kumar in lead roles. The official announcement for the film is yet to be made.
Sara Ali Khan
Sara Ali Khan will star in Sky Force, alongside Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur, and Veer Pahariya. Set to release on January 24, 2025, Sky Force will coincide with Republic Day. Following this, her next film will be Metro... In Dino, where she will share screen space with Aditya Roy Kapoor.