Farhan Akhtar, Kriti Sanon to Saqib Saleem: Bollywood Actors Who Are Also Producers

In the past few years, a string of actors have stepped behind the cameras to bankroll films to lead unique stories and narratives that matter, while also introducing a fresh lot of actors. Here’s looking at top 7 celebrated actors who are also producers.

Hrithik Roshan:* Hrithik Roshan is all set to make his debut as a producer with Amazon Prime Video’s Storm, a high-stakes thriller drama set against the backdrop of Mumbai. After years of showcasing his versatility across genres and films, Hrithik gears up to change the game from behind the cameras!

Deepika Padukone:* Deepika Padukone turned producer through her banner, Ka Productions. With Chhapaak, she bankrolled a film that surrounded the inspiring story of acid-attack survivor Laxmi Agarwal. Over the past few years, the actress has co-produced 83 and Fighter, films that balance entertainment with deep messages.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas:* Priyanka Chopra Jonas stepped into production with her production house, Purple Pebble Pictures. The actress has backed films like the biographical rom-com The Sky Is Pink, a Marathi-language comedy drama film, Ventilator and the Nepali-language film, Pahuna: The Little Visitors – all while bringing a major cinematic shift across languages.

Saqib Saleem:* On one hand, Saqib Saleem has won hearts of the audiences with films like Dil Juunglee, Mere Dad Ki Maruti and more, and on the other hand he has also bankrolled films like Double XL, Single Salma and the neo-noir comedy Baby Do Die Do – under the banner of Elemen3 Entertainment. By telling bold and narrative-driven stories, Saqib aims to bridge the gap between independent cinema and mainstream hits, in collaboration with his sister Huma Qureshi.

Farhan Akhtar:* Farhan Akhtar has co-founded Excel Entertainment with Ritesh Sidhwani in 1999. Since then, the actor has bankrolled some of the most memorable films, Gully Boy, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Chahta Hai and more.

Alia Bhatt:* With her film, Darlings, Alia Bhatt stepped into production through her banner, Eternal Sunshine Productions. She has even co-produced Jigra and recently, she announced another production, Don’t Be Shy.

Kriti Sanon:* The National Award-winning actress turned producer with Blue Butterfly Films. She produced Do Patti, a mystery thriller that won hearts of the audience. Through the banner, Kriti focuses on bringing intriguing stories to the fore.

Not only are these actors leaving a mark in front of the camera, but are also changing the game behind the camera!