Rajkummar Rao to Rishabh Shetty – Stars who are steering their own stories in 2025 2025 : Bollywood News

2025 is shaping up to be a transformative year in Indian entertainment, with a growing number of actors stepping behind the camera as directors and producers. Whether it’s through streaming platforms or theatrical releases, these actors are taking creative control and telling stories that reflect their evolving artistic interests. Here’s a look at some of the most notable names making the shift in 2025:

Rajkummar Rao to Rishabh Shetty – Stars who are steering their own stories in 2025

Rajkummar Rao & Patralekhaa – Toaster

The real-life couple is turning producers with Toaster, a Netflix original. Marking their first project together behind the scenes, the film represents a new phase in their careers as they move into content creation while continuing their acting journeys.

Abhishek Banerjee – Stolen

Abhishek Banerjee took on the role of executive producer for Stolen, a critically acclaimed film in which he also stars. His involvement highlights a growing interest among actors in shaping narratives both in front of and behind the camera.

Rishabh Shetty – Kantara: Chapter 1

Following the success of Kantara, Rishabh Shetty returns to direct and star in Kantara: Chapter 1. Positioned as a pan-India release, the film continues his exploration of folklore-based storytelling and further cements his presence as a director-performer.

Vir Das – Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos

Comedian-actor Vir Das ventures into direction with the comedy-thriller Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos, co-directed and headlined by him. Backed by Aamir Khan Productions, the film blends humor with mystery and marks a significant expansion of Das’s creative portfolio.

Anshuman Jha – Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business & Lord Curzon Ki Haveli

Anshuman Jha, who previously made waves as an actor, will direct two films in 2025. Lakadbaggha 2: The Monkey Business expands on India’s first vigilante-animal lover universe with an international team, while Lord Curzon Ki Haveli explores darker comedic tones. His move behind the camera adds diversity to the indie film space.

Priyanshu Painyuli – Jaagar

Known for his work in Mirzapur and Extraction, Priyanshu Painyuli is making his directorial and production debut with Jaagar. Set in Uttarakhand, the film explores local culture and identity through a personal lens, showcasing his commitment to rooted storytelling.

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