Mumbai, Feb 3 (PTI) – Streaming giant Netflix has announced an ambitious lineup of projects for 2025, featuring star-studded films, debut ventures, and much-awaited sequels. Among the highlights are Aryan Khan's directorial debut, Saif Ali Khan’s heist thriller, Ibrahim Ali Khan’s maiden film, and new seasons of hit series “Kohrra” and “Delhi Crime”.
Shah Rukh Khan Surprises with Aryan Khan’s Directorial Debut
One of the biggest moments at the event was Shah Rukh Khan's surprise appearance to unveil The Ba**ds of Bollywood*, which marks his son Aryan Khan’s debut as a director and creator."It is my prayer that even if they get 50% of the love that I have received, it will be a lot for them," said the Bollywood superstar, expressing his hopes for Aryan’s success.
Produced by Gauri Khan’s Red Chillies Entertainment, the series follows an ambitious outsider and his friends as they navigate the unpredictable world of Bollywood.
Saif Ali Khan’s ‘Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins’
Veteran actor Saif Ali Khan, recovering from an injury sustained in an intruder attack at his home last month, introduced his latest film, Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins. Co-starring Jaideep Ahlawat, the film is a heist thriller directed by Robbie Grewal and Kookie Gulati.Dressed in casual denim with a visible bandage on his neck, Saif expressed excitement about the project. “I’ve always wanted to do a heist film, and I couldn’t have asked for a better co-star,” he said.
Karan Johar Introduces Fresh Faces in ‘Nadaaniyan’ and ‘Aap Jaisa Koi’
Filmmaker Karan Johar presented two projects under Dharmatic Entertainment, the digital arm of Dharma Productions.- "Nadaaniyan", starring Ibrahim Ali Khan (Saif Ali Khan’s son) and Khushi Kapoor, is a youthful romance directed by Shauna Gautam. Johar described the film as “a high-spirited, high-energy love story” that brings fresh chemistry to the screen.
- "Aap Jaisa Koi", starring R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, is a mature take on romance, directed by Vivek Soni (Meenakshi Sundareshwar).
More Star-Studded Netflix Films in 2025
Several exciting films are set to debut on the platform, including:- "Dhoom Dhaam" – A Valentine’s Day release starring Pratik Gandhi and Yami Gautam.
- "Test" – Featuring Nayanthara, Sidharth, and Madhavan.
- "Toaster" – The debut production venture of Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa.
New Chapters for Hit Netflix Series
Netflix unveiled first looks for the upcoming seasons of some of its most celebrated shows:- "Kohrra 2" – Writer-director Sudip Sharma teased a more "mature love story" woven into its gripping investigative drama. Barun Sobti returns as Garundi, with Mona Singh joining the cast.
- "Delhi Crime" Season 3 – The Emmy-winning series will see Shefali Shah, Rasika Dugal, and Rajesh Tailang tackling a nationwide human trafficking case. New cast members include Huma Qureshi as the antagonist and Sayani Gupta in a key role.
- "Rana Naidu 2" – Starring Rana Daggubati and Venkatesh, with Arjun Rampal joining the cast.
- "Khakee: The Bengal Chapter" – Neeraj Pandey’s follow-up to Khakee: The Bihar Chapter, featuring Jeet, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, and Parambrata Chatterjee.
YRF Entertainment’s Upcoming Shows
Netflix also announced two projects from Yash Raj Films’ digital division:- "Akka" – A period crime drama starring Radhika Apte and Keerthy Suresh, set in a matriarchal 1980s South Indian city.
- "Mandala Murders" – Marking Vaani Kapoor’s series debut.
More Exciting Shows on the Slate
Additional projects announced include:- "The Royals" – A drama featuring Bhumi Pednekar, Ishaan Khatter, Sakshi Tanwar, and veteran Zeenat Aman.
- "Glory" – A crime thriller with Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat, and Suvinder Vicky.
- "Dabba Cartel" – A gripping crime drama.
- "Saare Jahan Se Accha" – Starring Pratik Gandhi.
- "Super Subbu" – A new intriguing addition to the lineup.
Netflix’s Unscripted Series Slate
The streamer is also set to roll out engaging reality content, including:- "Dining With The Kapoors" – A food and cinema documentary, created by Armaan Jain and directed by Smriti Mundhra.
- "The Great Indian Kapil Show" – Comedian Kapil Sharma returns for season three.
Netflix India’s Vision for 2025
Monika Shergill, Vice President - Content, Netflix India, emphasized the streaming giant’s commitment to diverse storytelling:“We program for many Indias, each with its unique culture, language, and stories. This diversity makes Indian storytelling magical and exciting.”
With a powerful mix of debutant directors, star-studded films, and gripping sequels, Netflix’s 2025 lineup promises a year of blockbuster streaming entertainment.