In a subdued year for Hindi entertainment, several individuals made a significant impact in 2025. Akshaye Khanna garnered attention for his role as Rahman Dakait in 'Dhurandhar,' while Vicky Kaushal's film became the year's second-biggest Hindi release. Newcomers Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday, along with Zahan Kapoor and Aryan Khan, also showed promise. Director Aditya Dhar returned with the successful gangster film 'Dhurandhar,' and Mohit Suri revived the musical romance genre with debutant actors Aneet Padda and Ahaan Panday.