The year 2025 was special for Hindi cinema in many ways. This year, not only were films starring big stars in the spotlight, but several renowned actors also took on the responsibility of directing for the first time. Some expressed themselves through action and thrillers, while others presented profound stories about relationships, society, and cinema. Let's take a look at the directors who made their directorial debut in 2025.

Sonu Sood - Fateh
At the beginning of the year, Sonu Sood ventured into direction. His film Fateh tells the story of a former agent who leaves his peaceful life to confront the world of cybercrime. As a director, Sonu Sood chose a serious subject, although the film received mixed reviews and did not perform very well at the box office.

Boman Irani - The Mehta Boys
Veteran actor Boman Irani made his directorial debut with a very sensitive subject. The Mehta Boys simply and effectively portrayed the complexities of the father-son relationship. The film received acclaim at several international film festivals and garnered positive responses from audiences after its release on OTT platforms.

Karan Singh Tyagi - Kesari Chapter 2
Karan Singh Tyagi, a lawyer by profession, presented a powerful story combining history and law in his directorial debut. Kesari Chapter 2 presents the Jallianwala Bagh massacre from a legal perspective. The film performed moderately at the box office, and critics praised its content.

Kush S Sinha - Nikita Roy
Shatrughan Sinha's son, Kush S Sinha, chose direction over acting. His thriller film Nikita Roy featured Sonakshi Sinha in a pivotal role. Despite this, the film failed to generate much buzz and did not leave a significant impact on the audience.

Ashwin Kumar - Mahavatar Narasimha
Ashwin Kumar proved to be the biggest surprise of 2025. Made without any big stars and on a limited budget, Mahavatar Narasimha took Indian animation cinema to new heights. Due to its technology and storytelling, the film became one of the biggest hits of the year, and a franchise has already been announced.

Aryan Khan - The Bads of Bollywood
Shah Rukh Khan's son, Aryan Khan, made his directorial debut, which garnered significant attention. He satirized the workings of the Hindi film industry through a satirical series. The debut remained in the spotlight for a long time due to controversies, viral scenes, and bold content.

Kayoze Irani - Sarzameen
Boman Irani's son, Kayoze Irani, also made his directorial debut this year. Sarzameen was a film based on a sensitive subject and was released on an OTT platform. The film received a lukewarm response, but Kayoze's efforts as a director were noticed.

Chinmay Mandlekar - Inspector Jende
Chinmay Mandlekar, a popular actor in Marathi cinema, made his directorial debut by presenting a true story in a lighthearted manner. Inspector Jende received good reviews on OTT platforms, particularly for its acting and treatment.

Anshuman Jha - Lord Curzon Ki Haveli
Anshuman Jha's directorial debut was released after a long wait. This dark comedy showcased a unique perspective but failed to make a significant impact at the box office or among critics.

Tisca Chopra - Saali Mohabbat
Actress Tisca Chopra made her directorial debut with Saali Mohabbat. The film tells the extraordinary story of an ordinary housewife. Released on an OTT platform, the film received mixed to positive reviews, and Tisca's direction was also appreciated.

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