Alia Bhatt, Triptii Dimri to Kriti Sanon: Actresses Heading Into 2026 With Strong Line-Ups and Momentum!
2026 will see actresses levelling up with films that are bold, and roles that are bolder. With films ranging from a spy thriller, romantic comedies, biopic, mythological folk drama, action thrillers and a lot more, actresses are going all guns blazing by stepping into territories that redefine what today’s heroines look like!
Alia Bhatt, Triptii Dimri to Kriti Sanon: Actresses Heading Into 2026 With Strong Line-Ups and Momentum!
Here’s looking at actresses who are heading into 2026 with strong lineups and even stronger momentum!
Alia Bhatt:
In 2026, Alia Bhatt is leading YRF Spy Universe’s first female-led spy thriller film with Alpha. Known for her impressive range and versatility, the ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ star is expected to add an interesting curve to her body of work with a film that will see her step into a new territory.
The actress stars alongside Sharvari and Bobby Deol in Alpha, which is directed by Shiv Rawail and produced by Aditya Chopra. She will also be seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War, co-starring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. The film is reported to draw inspiration from Raj Kapoor’s classic film Sangam and is slated for a mid-2026 release.
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Kriti Sanon:
After lighting up the screens with Tere Ishk Mein, Kriti Sanon is coming up with Cocktail 2 in 2026. Homi Adajania’s much-awaited rom-com sees her alongside Shahid Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna. Recently, the actress shared that the sequel is different from part 1, and this alone has skyrocketed anticipation. The sequel will see Kriti Sanon explore modern relationships, emotional conflicts and evolving ideas of love, friendship, and heartbreak through a fresh set of characters.
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Triptii Dimri:
Triptii Dimri is on a spree with back-to-back releases, starring renowned faces! The actress is all set to shoulder Spirit as the leading lady opposite Prabhas.
Touted as a pan-India action film, Spirit is helmed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and is eyeing a release in 2026. Coming up next for Triptii is O Romeo, an action thriller that pairs her with Shahid Kapoor. A debut collaboration between Sajid Nadiadwala and Vishal Bhardwaj, the film is slated to release in theatres on February 14, 2026.
Next for Triptii Dimri is a mega collaboration with Madhuri Dixit for Maa Behen, a one of the a kind comedy drama infused with action and heartfelt emotions. Helmed by Suresh Triveni, the film is scheduled for OTT release in 2026.
Actresses Heading Into 2026 With Strong Line-Ups and Momentum!
Tamannaah Bhatia:
The actress steps into the zone of biopics with V. Shantaram, and will be seen playing the role of the iconic actress Jayashree in the Abhijeet Shirish Despande directorial.
Next up for Tamannaah is Vvan: Force of the Forrest, a mythological horror film directed by Arunabh Kumar and Deepak Mishra. The film releases in theatres on 15 May, 2026.
Tamannaah has also joined the power-packed cast of O Romeo, and will be seen adding an interesting arc to the plotline. The film is slated to release in theatres on February 14, 2026. She has also teamed up with Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt for Ranger, a thriller jungle adventure film. Ranger is likely to arrive in cinemas on December 4, 2026. Tamannaah is said to join hands with acclaimed filmmaker Rohit Shetty for his upcoming untitled biographical action drama film, co-starring John Abraham. The film is expected to be released in early 2026.
Pooja Hegde:
Pooja Hegde is on a roll in 2026! The actress stars in Jana Nayagan, sharing the screen space with Thalapathy Vijay for his last big-screen project. Directed by H. Vinoth, the film releases in theatres on January 9, 2026.
Next, Pooja headlines Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, as its leading lady in a refreshing lighthearted rom-com starring Varun Dhawan as the male lead. Directed by David Dhawan, the film releases in theatres on June 5, 2026.
These actresses are not only headlining some of the most exciting titles of 2026, but are also showing what an evolved Indian cinema looks like!
