As the lines between Bollywood and South Indian cinema continue to blur, a fresh wave of Bollywood actors is set to make their South debut in 2025. Here’s a closer look at their highly anticipated projects:
Ali Fazal – Thug Life
Ali Fazal is all set to make his South debut in the pan-India film Thug Life alongside the legendary Kamal Haasan. Directed by Mani Ratnam, this multi-language release is expected to captivate audiences nationwide.
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Akshay Oberoi – Toxic
Known for his intense performances in films like Fighter and Gurgaon, Akshay Oberoi is ready to leave his mark in the South Indian industry with Toxic. Sharing screen space with Yash, Kiara Advani, Nayanthara, and Huma Qureshi, this much-hyped project promises a high-octane mix of action and drama.
Shanaya Kapoor – Vrushabha
Shanaya Kapoor is charting her path in both Bollywood and Tollywood with her debut project, Vrushabha. She will be sharing the screen with the legendary Mohanlal. The film also stars Roshan Meka, Garuda Ram, Simran and Srikanth. Backed by Balaji Telefilms and co-produced by Ekta Kapoor, Vrushabha is a high-budget Telugu-Malayalam bilingual, directed by Nanda Kishore.
Kareena Kapoor Khan – Untitled
Bollywood’s queen Kareena Kapoor Khan is ready to conquer the South industry in 2025. While the details of her untitled project remain under wraps, Kareena has expressed her enthusiasm for this new venture, calling it a “big South film.” Fans eagerly await more updates, as this marks Kareena’s first foray into South Indian cinema.
Sohail Khan – NKR21
Sohail Khan is all set to make his Telugu film debut with the much-anticipated action thriller NKR21. Directed by Pradeep Chilukuri and starring Nandamuri Kalyan Ram in the lead role, Sohail takes on a significant negative role in the film. His character poster exudes a commanding presence, offering a glimpse of the intensity and menace he brings to the screen. NKR21 promises a thrilling mix of action-packed sequences and emotional depth.
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