From Aneet Padda to Rasha Thadani, 2025 emerged as a defining year for Bollywood debuts. While Yash Raj Films introduced Aneet Padda in ‘Saiyaara’, Raveena Tandon’s daughter impressed everyone with her performance in ‘Azaad’. Even Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh’s son Ibrahim Ali Khan made his debut this year.
Wondering who all made the most significant impact? Here is a list!
One of the most anticipated debuts of the year was that of Ibrahim Ali Khan, son of Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh. Ibrahim made his entry with ‘Nadaaniyan’. The film was released on Netflix in March 2025, co-starring Khushi Kapoor. Ibrahim played the role of Arjun Mehta, a scholarship student hired to pose as Khushi's boyfriend. The romantic comedy received mixed reviews from critics and the audience.
Another debut that grabbed attention was Rasha Thadani, daughter of Raveena Tandon, who stepped into period drama territory with ‘Azaad’. Although the film struggled at the box office, Rasha’s confident performance and impressive dance skills became the talk of the town.
She debuted alongside Amaan Devgn, nephew of Ajay Devgn. You can catch Rasha and Amaan’s film on Netflix.
Shanaya Kapoor, daughter of Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor, finally made her long-awaited debut with ‘Aankhon Ki Gustakhiyan’, opposite Vikrant Massey. The romantic drama was released in July 2025 in theatres. You can watch the thriller on Zee 5. While the film did moderate business at the box office, Shanaya’s performance was appreciated for its sincerity and emotional restraint. You can watch the film on Amazon Prime Video.
Veer Pahariya made his debut with the aerial action drama ‘Sky Force’ alongside Akshay Kumar. Sharing screen space with a seasoned star, Veer managed to leave an impression. His dance step from the song ‘Rang’, made him an overnight social media sensation, sparking a series of memes and reels.
The debut that truly stood out in 2025 was Yash Raj Films’ romantic drama ‘Saiyaara’. The on-screen pairing of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda became one of the most talked-about launches of the year. Backed by YRF’s polished storytelling, the duo impressed audiences with their natural chemistry. You can watch the romantic drama on Netflix.
So tell us, which of these newcomers is your favourite?
