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Pratibha Ranta to Lakshya, check out the most promising debutants of 2024

Updated On: 10 December, 2024 03:00 PM IST | Oshin Fernandes

Every year, Bollywood welcomes a fresh wave of talent that redefines the industry. In 2024, a handful of young actors arrived with a bang, capturing hearts and making their mark in ways that were impossible to ignore. Here’s a closer look at the breakout stars of this year

Every year, Bollywood welcomes a fresh wave of talent that redefines the industry. In 2024, a handful of young actors arrived with a bang, capturing hearts and making their mark in ways that were impossible to ignore. Here’s a closer look at the breakout stars of this year

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Every year, Bollywood welcomes a fresh wave of talent that redefines the industry. In 2024, a handful of young actors arrived with a bang, capturing hearts and making their mark in ways that were impossible to ignore. Here’s a closer look at the breakout stars of this year
<p>His raw intensity and screen presence didn&rsquo;t go unnoticed in Kill. He&rsquo;s one of those actors who doesn&rsquo;t just perform but makes you feel every moment he&rsquo;s on screen.</p>

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His raw intensity and screen presence didn’t go unnoticed in Kill. He’s one of those actors who doesn’t just perform but makes you feel every moment he’s on screen.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If his debut is anything to go by, Lakshya has all the makings of a future star.</span></p>

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If his debut is anything to go by, Lakshya has all the makings of a future star.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bollywood&rsquo;s newest sweetheart, Pashmina Roshan, brought her charm to Ishq Vishk Rebound, a contemporary take on love and relationships.</span></p>

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Bollywood’s newest sweetheart, Pashmina Roshan, brought her charm to Ishq Vishk Rebound, a contemporary take on love and relationships.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pashmina&rsquo;s warm and relatable presence on screen left many calling her the next big thing in Bollywood.</span></p>

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Pashmina’s warm and relatable presence on screen left many calling her the next big thing in Bollywood.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Many of us still remember him as Shah Rukh Khan&rsquo;s adorable son in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, but Jibraan Khan&rsquo;s comeback in Ishq Vishk Rebound proved he&rsquo;s all grown up and ready to take over as a leading man. </span></p>

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Many of us still remember him as Shah Rukh Khan’s adorable son in Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, but Jibraan Khan’s comeback in Ishq Vishk Rebound proved he’s all grown up and ready to take over as a leading man.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">He&rsquo;s got charisma, confidence, and the ability to light up a scene.</span></p>

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He’s got charisma, confidence, and the ability to light up a scene.

<p>Aamir Khan`s son Junaid Khan stepped into the limelight this year with Maharaja&mdash;and what a debut it was.&nbsp;</p>

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Aamir Khan`s son Junaid Khan stepped into the limelight this year with Maharaja—and what a debut it was. 

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">His portrayal was subtle yet impactful, and it didn&rsquo;t take long for critics to declare that he&rsquo;s got the acting chops to carve his path.</span></p>

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His portrayal was subtle yet impactful, and it didn’t take long for critics to declare that he’s got the acting chops to carve his path.

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nitanshi Goel&rsquo;s performance in Laapataa Ladies was nothing short of a revelation. At a very young age, she delivered a performance that was witty, sharp, and brimming with innocence.&nbsp;</span></p>

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Nitanshi Goel’s performance in Laapataa Ladies was nothing short of a revelation. At a very young age, she delivered a performance that was witty, sharp, and brimming with innocence. 

<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Playing a spirited young bride in Kiran Rao&rsquo;s drama, Nitanshi brought both humor and heart to her role. Watching her, it was easy to forget she was a newcomer&mdash;she was that good.</span></p>

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Playing a spirited young bride in Kiran Rao’s drama, Nitanshi brought both humor and heart to her role. Watching her, it was easy to forget she was a newcomer—she was that good.

<p>Pratibha Ranta also made waves with her acting chops in Laapataa Ladies.&nbsp;</p>

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Pratibha Ranta also made waves with her acting chops in Laapataa Ladies. 

<p>She later grabbed eyeballs with her brief yet impactful stint in the web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.</p>

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She later grabbed eyeballs with her brief yet impactful stint in the web series Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar.

<p>Azaad takes the spotlight as one of 2025`s most highly anticipated films, promising to captivate audiences with its compelling story of courage, freedom, and companionship. It marks the debut of Raveena Tandon`s daughter Rasha Thadani.</p>

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Azaad takes the spotlight as one of 2025`s most highly anticipated films, promising to captivate audiences with its compelling story of courage, freedom, and companionship. It marks the debut of Raveena Tandon`s daughter Rasha Thadani.

<p>Rasha resembles her mother in every way and fans can`t wait to see her create magic on screen.</p>

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Rasha resembles her mother in every way and fans can`t wait to see her create magic on screen.

<p>Joining Rasha is Ajay Devgn`s nephew Aaman Devgan, who will be debuting opposite her.&nbsp;</p>

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Joining Rasha is Ajay Devgn`s nephew Aaman Devgan, who will be debuting opposite her. 

<p>Set against the backdrop of 1920s British-occupied India, this epic tale follows 19-year-old Govind (played by Aaman Devgan) and his bond with a remarkable horse, Azaad, as they embark on a life-changing journey.</p>

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Set against the backdrop of 1920s British-occupied India, this epic tale follows 19-year-old Govind (played by Aaman Devgan) and his bond with a remarkable horse, Azaad, as they embark on a life-changing journey.

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