Senior ladies struggled this year more or less. They did find themselves in great reckoning with one controversy or another yet box office returns remained dull. Nayanthara, Samantha ended up being part of controversies but in news. Anushka Shetty's much anticipated return also did not work its magic at the BO. Pooja Hegde and Tamannaah Bhatia maintained visibility with special song successes. Kiara Advani and Keerthy Suresh looked completely out of sorts.  Anushka Shetty   After a hiatus of several years, Anushka Shetty made a raw action comeback to the screens with Krish's Ghaati. The movie ended up being a huge disaster for her despite the anticipation of looking on big screens back again. Well, the reception for the film might have pushed her plans of a big comeback into limbo again.  Samantha Ruth Prabhu   Despite taking time for personal health and selective projects, Samantha’s brand equity remains ironclad. Her foray into international-standard content and her "health-first" 2026 roadmap kept her in the headlines. Her success this year was measured more by influence and digital reach than box office volume while she started her production house with a film like Shubham.  Nayanthara     The "Lady Superstar" of South Cinema found it difficult to get through this year at the box office. Even her controversy with Dhanush about using Naanum Rowdy Thaan movie footage in her Nayanthara documentary, ended up taking most of the year. Even Chandramukhi makers sent lawsuits and it is to be seen how the issues resolve. As per films, she is hoping for a great comeback with Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu starring Chiranjeevi in Anil Ravipudi direction.  Pooja Hegde   Pooja Hegde’s 2025 was a story of two halves. She faced a significant setback in Bollywood with the action-thriller Deva, where despite her chemistry with Shahid Kapoor, the film suffered from poor box-office returns. However, she found her "saving grace" in the South with Retro, which did not mark her comeback but gave her hope. Coolie special song, Monica, kept her highly popular and in the mix of the things with Vijay's Jana Nayagan slated to release on 9th January, 2026.   Kajal Aggarwal For one of the most enduring icons of the last decade, 2025 was a particularly difficult year. Kajal was part of the high-budget Eid release Sikandar, which, despite starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, was critically panned and struggled to recover its massive ₹180 crore budget, eventually being labeled a box-office disaster.  Tamannaah Bhatia    Tamannaah continued to shine in sexy special numbers like Ghafoor for Bads of Bollywood series. But her Odela 2 ended being another disappointment for her hopes to make a solid comeback in Telugu. We have to wait and see, how she would make a big comeback in 2026 with big films and special song assignments.  Keerthy Suresh    The most sad story of 2025 would be Keerthy Suresh as she faced box office failures only this year. Uppu Kappurambu released on Amazon Prime Video to almost no response with her long awaited Revolver Rita also ending up as a big flop. She needs Vijay Deverakonda's Rowdy Janardhan to be her big comeback in 2026.  Kiara Advani   Kiara Advani had a abysmal year in terms of box office returns with Game Changer and WAR 2 flopping big time. But her bikini shots in WAR 2 helped her in maintaining overall marketable presence as a leading lady. Being the new mother in the town, she might wait for the best films to make a strategic comeback next year.   Mrunal Thakur   The actress did not have any Telugu releases but her name has been among the news circles due to rumored link-ups with Dhanush. She had one release Son of Sardar 2 which ended up being a disaster.  Katrina Kaif   She became a mother and decided to stay away from limelight this whole year. With a multi-starrer all lead by female stars in the mix, she might reappear on screens in 2026 after the materinity break.  Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.

Bad Girlz is an entertainer directed by Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi, who has previously directed the successful '30 Rojullo Preminchadam Ela'. The film is being produced under the banners of Prashvitha Entertainment, Neeli Neeli Aakasam Creations, and NVL Creations. Anchal Gowda, Payal Chengappa, Roshini, Yashna, Rohan Surya, Moin and Rohan Surya are the main actors in 'Bad Girlz'. The tagline for the film, 'Kani Chala Manchodlu', contradicts with the title in an interesting way. Sasidhar Nalla, Emmadi Soma Narsaiah, Ramisetti Rambabu, and Ravula Ramesh are producing this film. The film is slated for release as a Christmas gift on December 25. Maruthi, the star director of Prabhas's upcoming film The Raja Saab, has released the theatrical trailer for this movie. Speaking on the occasion, the director said: "The trailer is very good and looks very promising. Director Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi (Munna) is a long-time friend of mine; he is a gentle soul in the industry and possesses great musical knowledge. Everyone knows how big of a hit the song 'Neeli Neeli Aakasham' from his first film was.  Now, he is coming before us with Bad Girlz. He has attempted to convey a good message in a fresh way. Making a film with five new actresses and completing it without compromising on production values is a testament to his passion. While the title is Bad Girlz, the film itself is very positive. The movie is releasing on December 25th, and everyone has worked very hard. Concept-based films like this, which give importance to women, must succeed. This film is based on the concept of how today's girls are, their way of thinking, and what they desire. Please watch it and support 'Bad Girls'." Director Phani Pradeep Dhulipudi shared his excitement about the project, stating: "Our film is a complete entertainer. Imagine the hilarious energy of films like Jathi Ratnalu and MAD, but featuring girls in those roles—that is exactly what our movie is. The film feels very new and fresh. Recently, director Buchi Babu Sana released our teaser, which received a fantastic response. Now, the theatrical trailer has been launched by Maruthi, the director of the upcoming film The Raja Saab. After watching the trailer, he praised it highly. We are releasing the film as a Christmas gift on December 25th. It is a solid entertainer with excellent music by Anup Rubens and lyrics for all songs penned by Oscar-winner Chandra Bose. Tracks like 'Ila Choosukuntane', 'Lelo', and the title song are already receiving great appreciation. Please watch it in theaters on December 25th." Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.

Sharwanand has made a highly impressive physical makeover and his new look has gone viral. Now, his upcoming hilarious entertainer, Nari Nari Naduma Murari, directed by Ram Abbaraju, is gearing up for big Sankranti release. The director delivered a massive success like Samajavaragamana, previously.  The recently launched teaser has already sparked significant buzz, promising a high-energy comedy that looks perfect for the festive season. The teaser introduces a chaotic yet hilarious conflict: an ex-girlfriend reappears just as the protagonist prepares to settle down with his current partner.  Sharwanand displays impeccable comic timing, particularly in his sequences alongside veteran actor Naresh and comedian Sudharshan. The footage hints at a fun-filled theatrical experience driven by the complex dynamics between the lead actor and his two heroines, Samyuktha and Sakshi Vaidya. Produced by Rambharamam Sunkara, the movie makers are hoping for a huge success from Sharwanand keeping up his Sankranti streak. Nari Nari Naduma Murari is scheduled to hit screens on January 14th, with first shows kicking off at 5:49 PM, worldwide.  Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.  

As the year 2025 is coming to an end, the year end lists about who is on top and who is trailing behind will be interesting to look out. This year, the pan-Indian tag evolved from a buzzword into a baseline requirement for superstardom. We’ve seen established icons reinvent themselves and rising stars seize the throne with sheer box-office volume. At the heart of it all is Rashmika Mandanna, who has officially moved from being "National Crush" to the "National Powerhouse." Here is a look at how the leading ladies of Indian cinema fared in 2025, ranked by their overall impact.  1. Rashmika Mandanna   Rashmika has had a relentless year, emerging as the most prolific leading lady in the country. Her success is anchored by the historic performance of Chhaava, where her portrayal of Maharani Yesubai Bhonsale earned her massive critical acclaim and a staggering global gross of approximately ₹808 crore. While experimental films like The Girlfriend and Kuberaa saw mixed commercial results, her presence in the blockbuster Thamma and the record-breaking carry-over success of Pushpa 2: The Rule solidified her 40-60% success rate across five diverse releases. She ends the year as the undisputed No. 1 in terms of visibility and cumulative earnings. 2. Kalyani Priyadarshan   Kalyani dominated the South and made significant inroads into the North with the Malayalam superhero hit Lokah: Chapter 1 – Chandra. Earning over ₹300 crore, she proved that female-led genre films have a massive market. While her other films did not really end up as successes, Lokah put her on the Pan-India Map as a superhero and lady who delivered first ever 300 crore grosser for Malayalam Cinema.  3. Rukmini Vasanth   The biggest surprise of 2025, Rukmini Vasanth, skyrocketed to the top tier thanks to Kantara: Chapter 1. As the leading lady of the year’s highest-grossing Indian film till Dhurandhar final numbers are out, she rocked the nation. Her portrayal of Kanakavathi has made her the most sought-after talent for 2026. She did face a flop at the box office with Sivakarthikeyan's Madharaasi but things are looking up for her as she has NTR-Neel in the mix with many more biggies.  4. Kriti Sanon   Kriti had a creatively fulfilling 2025, topping IMDb's "Most Beautiful" lists while delivering a variety of roles. From the success of Tere Ishk Mein to her ventures into production with Do Patti, she has maintained a steady 75% success rate, balancing commercial appeal with performance-heavy scripts. 5. Alia Bhatt Though she had fewer releases this year, Alia remains the industry's critical darling. Projects like Jigra and her continued international presence kept her at the top of the "A-list." With last minute postponement of YRF Spy Universe's Alpha and her most awaited reunion with her hubby Ranbir Kapoor in Love and War, make her 2026 more interesting.  6. Shraddha Kapoor Riding the massive wave of the Stree franchise, Shraddha remains the queen of the youth demographic. While she didn't flood the theaters with releases, her commercial viability is not for test this year. Drug Scandal did loom over her but real impact on her box office impact will only be known next year.  7. Deepika Padukone Deepika Padukone became a mother and then controversial for her eight hours work only clause. She got ousted from films like Kalki 2 and Spirit, interestingly, both starring Prabhas. She did land an important role in Allu Arjun and Atlee grand fantasy film. She did bring up conversations about the pay-parity and working hours amongst the actors.  8. Aneet Padda   The breakout "Gen Z" star of the year, Aneet's performance in the romantic drama Saiyaara was a sleeper hit, collecting over ₹570 crore worldwide. She exits 2025 with a reputation as the new face of emotional storytelling. She has a huge line-up of films that would release in 2026 and 2027.  9. Triptii Dimri   Continuing her "Animal" momentum, Triptii was seen in several mid-budget hits in 2025. She has become the go-to choice for directors looking for a blend of intensity and glamour, maintaining a solid 50% success rate as she transitions into more solo-lead roles. She is looking at Prabhas starrer Spirit to propel her market further.   10. Sreeleela The "Dhamaka" girl had a year of immense activity, but unfortunately, not all of it translated into box-office gold. Sreeleela remains one of the most hardworking stars, but 2025 was a year of disappointment at the box office. Her reunion with Nithiin in Robinhood failed to set the box office on fire, and  her lead roles in Junior and Mass Jathara struggled to collect decent amounts. She is hopping that 2026 will be better as she is debuting in Hindi and working with Pawan Kalyan in Ustaad Bhagat Singh.    Disclaimer: The news article is written based on information shared by various sources. The organisation is not responsible for the factual nature of them. While we do try to do thorough research at times people could misguide. So, we would encourage viewers' discretion before reacting to them.