Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor to Varun Dhawan: 5 Actors Set to Dominate the Big Screens in 2026
From a grand romantic spectacle to mythology to an epic war action film, actors are ready to bring range with a string of genre-defying films to the big screens in 2026, taking the audience on a rollercoaster of peak entertainment.
Ranveer Singh, Ranbir Kapoor to Varun Dhawan: 5 Actors Set to Dominate the Big Screens in 2026
With detailed characters, crisp storytelling, and a narrative that does not let you stray away from the screens, here’s looking at actors who’re set to tick all the boxes of serving a spectacle in 2026.
Ranveer Singh – Dhurandhar 2
After creating a rampage at the box office with the recently released Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh has set the stage for the film’s second part. Dhurandhar’s post-credit scene has left the audience even more excited to know more about Ranveer Singh’s identity as Hamza Ali and Jaskirat Singh Rangi. The second part is expected to show how Hamza’s story began, tracing his evolution from Jaskirat Singh to a man chosen for a crucial mission. The second part is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026.
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Varun Dhawan – Border 2
Varun Dhawan is all set to bring a patriotic flavor to the big screens with his most anticipated film, Border 2, a sequel to the 1997 classic. In November, the actor unveiled his intense look from the film, showcasing him in an action-packed avatar as an Indian soldier on the battlefield, wielding a gun and dressed in full army uniform. With Varun’s addition, the sequel introduces a new generation of courage, all while honoring the legacy of brotherhood that defined the original. The film is set to release on January 23, 2026, coinciding with the Republic Day weekend.
Vicky Kaushal – Love & War
Vicky Kaushal starrer Love & War is steadily shaping into one of the most talked about films of 2026, and the buzz has only grown with Vicky’s look, dressed in an impeccably detailed Air Force uniform. With a moustache, aviator sunglasses and sharp posture, Vicky Kaushal is sure to bring precision, poise and nuance to his role. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film is said to centre on a complex love triangle between Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor.
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Actors Set to Dominate the Big Screens in 2026 –
Ranbir Kapoor – Ramayana
Ranbir Kapoor starrer Ramayana is one of the highly-talked about films of 2026. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, the film sees Ranbir as Lord Ram, and its first look offered a glimpse into his ability to bring grandiosity into a mythological character. The audience has seen him in Animal, Rockstar, Wake Up Sid, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani among others, but Ramayana peels off the never-seen-before shade of the actor. Ramayana is scheduled to release on Diwali, 2026.
Yash – Toxic
Rocking star Yash is all set to ignite the big screens with Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown Ups, and his bloodied and intense look has set the stage for the film’s theatrical release on March 19, 2026. The recently released poster showcases Yash posing in a bloody bathtub and flexing his chiselled biceps. With a body adorned with tattoos, Yash delivers a powerful vibe that hints at his character. And fans have been widely praising his striking image.
Whose 2026 film are you most excited to book tickets for?
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