Like every year, 2024 too has welcomed a slew of talented fresh faces—storming in and adding their Gen-Z charm to their roles. These actresses brought their charisma, skill, and a new authenticity to the screen and proved that they are here to stay for long. From Pashmina Roshan to Pratibha Ranta and more, these talented actresses have already impressed the audience and left a mark in the industry with their hard work. Let’s take a look at a few debut actresses in Bollywood in 2024 who stole hearts with their magnetic performances.
On the list of debut heroines in Bollywood 2024, the first name that comes to mind is Pashmina Roshan. Her effortless charm and acting prowess in her debut movie, Ishq Vishq Rebound, make her a standout and the most lovable debutant of this year. Born in 1995, the 29-year-old actress is cousin to Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan and daughter to music composer-director-producer Rajesh Roshan, who is Hrithik’s uncle. Pashmina played Sanya Malhotra in Ishq Vishq Rebound, a film that focuses on Gen-Z’s complicated relationship, and believe us, she brought a refreshing energy with her character. Her stunning performance in her debut film and gifted looks are a testament that she is here to stay long.
24 years old, Anjini Dhawan made her debut in the 2024 Bollywood movie Binny and Family, a delightful comedy family drama with a message that will resonate across generations. Placing herself as an emerging talent in Bollywood, Anjini is the niece of Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan and looks like she is serious about taking her family legacy forward. Her girl-next-door looks and perfect acting chops have already impressed audiences. Anjini Dhawan as Binny is remarkable in this slice-of-life drama. Her performance is impressive, especially in emotional scenes. Anjini has already bagged a role in Salman Khan‘s starrer Sikandar, showing that the young star has the caliber to stay strong amid the competition.
The next fresh face in Bollywood who blew the audience away with her sweet charm and innocence is none other than 17-year-old Nitanshi Goel. She has worked as a child artist in Hindi TV serials and made her debut as a lead actress in Kiran Rao’s directorial, Laapaata Ladies. Nitanshi’s powerful performance and impressive acting range, especially in the scenes that required maturity and emotional range, the actress just nailed it. With her role as Phool Kumari, Nitanshi proved that she is one of the best Bollywood debutants of 2024.
Another main lead from Laapaata Ladies, Pratibha Ranta, who, with her powerhouse talent and impressive acting skills, has the potential to become the next big thing in Bollywood. Among the best new actresses of 2024, Pratibha, who played Jaya, a young bride who has dreams and aspirations to make something of her life, was a breath of fresh air for the audiences. Her portrayal in the movie was both endearing and grounded in this beautiful film about self-discovery.
Another debut heroine in Bollywood who won the audience’s heart with her compelling performance is Janki Bodiwala. She has predominantly worked in Gujarati films, and she made her standout debut in Bollywood with Ajay Devgn’s starrer psychological thriller Shaitaan. The movie was a commercial success, making her a strong contender on this list. The 29-year-old actress played a teenager who is hypnotized by a stranger, and say what, she was outstanding as Jahnvi Rishi. She conveyed an array of emotions mostly through her emotive eyes, and we want to see more of her.