From Kareena Kapoor to Priyanka Chopra: Actors who are set to make their South movie debut in 2025

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. Known for her powerful performances and magnetic screen presence, her debut is bound to create ripples.

Ali Fazal - Thug Life

Ali Fazal, celebrated for his versatility in films and web series like Mirzapur and Victoria & Abdul, is all set to make his South debut in the pan-India film Thug Life. Sharing the screen with the legendary Kamal Haasan, Ali is stepping into a world of grandeur and action. Directed by a prominent South filmmaker Mani Ratnam, this multi-language release is expected to captivate audiences nationwide. With an impressive lineup of Bollywood projects in 2025, Ali's collaboration in Thug Life adds another feather to his cap, solidifying his position as one of the busiest and most versatile actors today.

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.

Shanaya Kapoor - Vrushabha

Shanaya Kapoor is charting her path in both Bollywood and Tollywood with her debut project, 'Vrushabha'. Sharing the screen with none other than Mohanlal, the film boasts a star-studded cast including 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 acclaimed filmmakers.

Priyanka Chopra - SSMB29

After the phenomenal success of RRR in 2022, which starred Ram Charan and Jr NTR, visionary filmmaker SS Rajamouli is gearing up for his next grand venture. This upcoming film will feature Mahesh Babu in the lead role. Global icon Priyanka Chopra is set to join the cast as the female lead, sharing the screen with Mahesh Babu. The project, currently referred to as SSMB29, has been generating a buzz among fans eager to learn more about its storyline and ensemble cast.

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. Akshay is thrilled about his big-screen presence alongside such a stellar ensemble cast and is working hard to ensure his South debut is unforgettable.

So the list is long and we are all set to witness these actors make their entry into the South world with a bang.