2026 is poised to be an exciting year for Bollywood, with a fresh wave of talent ready to make their mark on the silver screen. From star kids to established South Indian stars, audiences can anticipate a diverse range of new faces and performances. Here's a sneak peek at some of the most anticipated Bollywood debuts in the coming year:

Simar Bhatia: The year has already started on a promising note with the release of Sriram Raghavan's Ikkis on January 1, 2026. This war drama marks the debut of Simar Bhatia, niece of actor Akshay Kumar. Paired opposite Agastya Nanda, Simar plays Kiran, his love interest in the film. Early reviews suggest that Simar's innocence and potential have already made her one to watch.

Sreeleela: After much anticipation, Telugu star Sreeleela is finally making her Bollywood debut in 2026. She will be seen opposite Kartik Aaryan in Anurag Basu's romantic musical drama, Tu Meri Zindagi Hai, expected to release in May 2026. Known for her performances in Telugu hits like Pelli SandaD and Guntur Kaaram, her chemistry with Aaryan has already generated buzz.

Sai Pallavi: A celebrated name in South Indian cinema, Sai Pallavi is set to showcase her talent in two Hindi films this year. She will star alongside Junaid Khan in Mere Raho, a project that was delayed from 2025. Furthermore, she will portray Sita in Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part One, opposite Ranbir Kapoor as Ram, scheduled for a Diwali 2026 release.

Yashvardhan Ahuja: Son of veteran actor Govinda, Yashvardhan Ahuja is also gearing up for his Bollywood debut in the Hindi remake of the Telugu film Baby. While initial reports suggested Babil Khan would be part of the project, Yashvardhan's launch marks another notable star-kid entry in 2026.

Medha Rana: Model-turned-actress Medha Rana, who gained attention in the OTT series London Files, is making her big-screen debut in the war drama Border 2. Starring opposite Varun Dhawan, this film presents a significant opportunity for Medha to establish herself in mainstream cinema. The film is scheduled to release on January 23, 2026.

Aman Indra Kumar: Son of filmmaker Indra Kumar, Aman Indra Kumar is set to make his debut alongside Akanksha Sharma in an untitled film directed by Milap Milan Zaveri.

Agastya Nanda: Although he debuted on OTT with The Archies, Agastya Nanda's theatrical debut is marked by Ikkis, which released on January 1, 2026. The film is reportedly veteran actor Dharmendra's final film.

Suhana Khan: After her OTT debut in The Archies in 2023, Shah Rukh Khan's daughter, Suhana Khan, is set to make her theatrical debut alongside her father in the action thriller King.

Ansh Duggal and Pragati Srivastava: Aanand L Rai will be launching two newcomers in the film Nakhrewaalii, which is expected to release in 2026.