India, Dec. 16 -- The Indian actors' next generation in 2025 achieved a shift in perception through their performances. This year, they went from merely "promising" to unavoidable. Here are the 8 biggest new and existing Indian actors to watch that got their breakthrough roles in 2025.

The shift was most evident in Homebound, India's submission for the Best Foreign Film category at the Oscars 2026. The performances of Vishal Jethwa and Ishaan Khatter were absolutely stellar. The film became an acclaimed hit for Neeraj Ghaywan, the director who is also known for Masaan (2015). Both actors got a chance to explore emotional registers which are seldom accessible in mainstream commercial films.

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