Priyanka Chopra, Smriti Irani to Rajat Bedi: Actors are reviving their careers with major comebacks in 2025

Since shifting to Los Angeles and building her Hollywood career, Priyanka Chopra has been missed by her Indian film fans. She is now making a major return with SS Rajamouli’s ambitious film ‘Varanasi’. The movie stars Mahesh Babu alongside her. The makers recently unveiled her first look as Mandakini, generating instant buzz. Her return marks one of the most anticipated Bollywood comebacks in recent years.

Smriti Irani, who left the television industry in 2010 to pursue a career in politics, has returned to acting after 15 years. She has reprised her role as Tulsi Virani from 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' through the reboot of the series. For many older fans, it is nostalgic to see an actress they grew up watching. The purpose of this version is to preserve the feel of the first show but offer something new to today's audience.

The Ba**d of Bollywood, the retelling of the classic web series, has put Rajat Bedi in the spotlight again. He had quite a career as a well-known bad guy in many mainstream Bollywood films until the mid-2000s, when his career began slowing down. After that, he left for Canada. Recently, he was part of a new production, and there are already many questions about what he might be doing next.

Kunickaa Sadanand, recently evicted from ‘Bigg Boss 19’, is a well-known yesteryear actress famous for her impactful negative roles. After staying away from the screen for nearly 7–8 years, she has now returned to acting. Her comeback has created curiosity among longtime viewers who remember her strong performances. The actress appears motivated to reconnect with the audience through new projects. Her return marks a fresh phase in her long-running career.

Debina Bonnerjee has made her comeback to screens after about five years. She appeared in ‘Pati Patni Aur Panga’ and is now part of ‘Laughter Chefs 3’. Before this, she was last seen in the TV show ‘Aladdin’. Her return has been welcomed by her fans, who missed her presence on television. Debina seems ready to experiment with diverse roles in her second innings.

Aditya Dhar made a powerful directorial debut with the 2019 action hit ‘Uri: The Surgical Strike’, which earned him a National Award. The film established him as one of the promising new voices in Bollywood filmmaking. After a gap, he is now gearing up to direct ‘Dhurandhar’. The action drama stars Ranveer Singh in a key role. Fans are eager to see how Dhar follows up the success of his acclaimed debut.

Shilpa Shirodkar returned to the big screen after an impressive 25-year hiatus with the supernatural film ‘Jatadhara’. Her comeback generated excitement, especially among viewers who remember her from her 90s hits. Before this, she participated in ‘Bigg Boss 18’, where audiences appreciated her warm presence. With her film return, Shilpa is exploring new genres and stronger roles. Her re-entry marks an important milestone in her career.

Zeenat Aman, the legendary Bollywood actress, made a comeback with flair through the web series ‘The Royals’. Her return has delighted many fans who have followed her successful career, as she continues to portray or embody a unique and timeless style. In this series, Zeenat Aman continues to show her sophisticated and graceful beauty while delivering compelling storytelling. Zeenat Aman's re-entry into the public eye marks a new period in an age where technology dominates our culture.

After a nine-year absence, Mahhi Vij has come back to the small screen with a new show, “Seher Hone Ko Hai”, with actor Parth Samthaan in a co-starring role. Mahhi portrays a strong, supportive mother to a teenage daughter who encourages her daughter to pursue her dreams while living in a conservative Muslim home. Her character is strong and resilient and has a great deal of emotional depth.