- By Khushi Surana
- Fri, 26 Dec 2025 11:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
This year, the Hindi film industry witnessed a remarkable wave of back-to-back comebacks. From actors who bounced back from a long break to those who surprised the audience with a new avatar. These comebacks reminded the audience why they loved these actors in the first place. Whether it was a box office hit or receiving critical acclaim after years away from the big screen, their movies proved they are still a mega star for a reason. Check out the list of the most impactful Bollywood comebacks of the year.
Akshaye Khanna
While talking about the comebacks, Akshaye Khanna has to be at the top of the list. After years away from the big screen, Khanna emerged as one of the most talked-about performers of the year. The actor gave his audience two back-to-back hits this year as an antagonist. His iconic role of Aurangzeb in the movie Chhava garnered him great critical acclaim, along with his role as Rehman Dakait in the Aditya Dhar-directed movie Dhurandhar.
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Arjun Rampal
Arjun Rampal also made a major comeback with the movie Dhurandhar and is currently enjoying the appreciation that came with it. The actor appeared in many movies, but they were not able to win the hearts of the audience. Rampal’s role as Major Iqbal in the movie drew him great attention and the audience loved him for his compelling performance in the movie.
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Rajat Bedi
Rajat Bedi marked a major comeback this year with Aryan Khan's directorial debut series The Ba***ds of Bollywood. In the Netflix series, Rajat played the role of Jaraj Saxena, a struggling actor. His role was adored by his fans as they found his character relatable in respect to his own acting journey. Before the hit series, Rajat starred in the 2018 movie Terror Strike Beyond Boundaries.
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Madhuri Dixit
After years of portraying the role of a good cop in the Hindi film industry, Madhuri Dixit recently surprised her fans by portraying the role of a dark character in the series Mrs Deshpande. This is the first time in the span of her long career that Madhuri experimented with a genre. The actress not only aced her role but also performed her own stunts to give her character a natural finish.
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Smriti Irani
After years in politics, Smriti Irani found her way back to the world of glitz and glam. She marked a major comeback with a rebooted TV series, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2.0. Her comeback also marked a significant moment for her fans, who remembered her legacy as Tulsi.
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This year acts as an example that true stardom surpasses time. Some of the comebacks of the year struck a chord with the audience and their performances showcased why they deserved to be in the spotlight.