8 Actors Who Stole Spotlight In Indie Cinema In 2025

By Afiur
December 18, 2025

Vishal Jethwa – Homebound

Piercing hearts with raw emotion, Vishal embodied grief and survival flawlessly in Homebound.

Known for his intensity since Mardaani 2, Vishal took a giant leap portraying grief, abandonment and survival.

Abhishek Banerjee – Stolen

Delivering chilling intensity, Abhishek portrayed a man facing morality and fear, delivering intense, haunting, unforgettable emotion.

Adarsh Gourav – Superboys of Malegaon

Adarsh Gourav’s acting added humor, heart and authentic small-town charm to his craft.

Siddhant Chaturvedi – Dhadak 2

Forbidden love felt profoundly real as Siddhant balanced subtle restraint with layered emotion in Dhadak 2.

Aaishvary Thackeray – Nishanchi

Commanded attention with poise, fierce vulnerability and natural screen presence in her debut Nishanchi.

Janhvi Kapoor – Homebound

She impressed by stepping far away from her usual glamorous roles with a deeply nuanced performance.

Kritika Kamra – The Great Shamsuddin Family

Showcased emotional maturity, warmth and realistic depth, anchoring the story flawlessly.

Sanya Malhotra – Mrs

Sanya delivered one of her most impactful performances to date.

Portraying a woman navigating identity and self-worth, her performance resonated deeply with audiences.

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