Shanaya Kapoor, Kaveri Kapur, Yashvardhan Ahuja – The Gen Z Heirs Taking Center Stage in 2025

As Bollywood goes through a big generational change, a new group of young actors is stepping into the spotlight. These Gen Z stars bring fresh ideas, strong digital skills, and a real connection with young audiences. In 2025, they aren’t just following in their families’ footsteps, but they’re changing what it means to be a Bollywood star today. From the projects they choose to how they present themselves online, these five Gen Z newcomers are set to shape the future of Bollywood.

Shanaya Kapoor

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Shanaya started her career behind the camera as an assistant director on Gunjan Saxena, gaining industry experience before making her big screen debut opposite Vikrant Massey in Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan, which is set for a July release. Shanaya will follow this up with yet another prestigious project – Aanand L Rai’s Tu Yaa Main. Her choices reflect a thoughtful and grounded approach to acting, showing she’s in it for the long haul.

Kaveri Kapur

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After making her acting debut with Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story, which showcased both her acting prowess and musical composition talents, Kaveri is all set for her second highly anticipated movie Masoom 2. What sets her apart in 2025’s Bollywood landscape is her insistence on charting a multidisciplinary path and refusing to be boxed into either acting or music exclusively.

Khushi Kapoor

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Khushi is choosing projects that challenge traditional portrayals of women in Bollywood. Her roles reflect a desire to tell more grounded and relatable stories that align with Gen Z’s preference for ‘real’ and ‘relatable’ characters. She made her Hindi film debut with The Archies where she played Betty Cooper, followed by her first theatrical release in 2025, opposite Junaid Khan in the romantic comedy Loveyapa, followed by Naadaniyaan!

Yashvardhan Ahuja

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Yashvardhan too, like many other aspiring star kids, first started his industry journey from behind the scenes, and his resume includes assisting on films like Dishoom, Kick 2, and Tadap under the expertise of Sajid Nadiadwala. He spent nine years auditioning before landing a role in none other than acclaimed National Award-winning director, Sai Rajesh’s next love story.

Ahaan Panday

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Ahaan Panday also, like many of his contemporaries, has studied and gained hands-on experience behind the camera, and has assisted on films like Freaky Ali, The Railway Men: The Untold Story of Bhopal and Rock on 2. And with all that experience, Ahaan is all set to make his big screen debut with YRF & Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara!

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