In the world of Bollywood, there are actors who not only deliver stellar performances but also venture into the realm of film production. We have witnessed a significant shift as actors step into the shoes of producers, taking charge of their creative vision and contributing to the ever-evolving landscape of the film industry, bringing engaging stories to the silver screen.
Let’s take a look at some notable actor-producers who have made their mark in the industry:
Shah Rukh Khan
Founded by King Khan and Gauri Khan, Red Chillies Entertainment is a leading film and premier visual effects studio and distribution company in the country. Some of the company’s highest-grossing titles include “Om Shanti Om,” “Ra.One,” “Chennai Express,” “Happy New Year,” and many more. One of his recent releases is the action thriller “Jawaan,” starring Shah Rukh Khan, Nayanthara, Vijay Sethupati, Deepika Padukone, and more in the lead.
Ajay Devgn
Known as the Singham of Bollywood, Ajay Devgn surprised everyone by stepping into the world of production with the company ‘Ajay Devgan FFilms.’ The company was established by actor Ajay Devgn and his father, Veeru Devgan, in 2000. Starting with “Raju Chacha,” starring Ajay Devgn and Kajol, he produced some of the greatest hits like “Son of Sardar,” “Shivaay,” and “Bholaa,” to name a few.
Anushka Sharma
Co-founded by Anushka Sharma and her brother Karnesh Sharma, Clean Slate Filmz was set up with the single-minded intention of producing movies that the sibling duo believes in and that the audience loves, while supporting and promoting emerging talents. “NH10” is the first film to be released under the banner, starring Anushka in the lead. Following the success of their maiden production venture, “NH10,” Clean Slate Filmz further added “Bulbbul,” “Qala,” “Pari,” and many more to their filmography. Not only films, but they also produced some web series named “Paatal Lok” and “Mai.” Recently, they came up with “Kohraa,” starring Barun Sobti.
Harman Baweja
Harman Baweja, a renowned Indian actor, recently made a noteworthy comeback with his role in Hansal Mehta’s crime drama web series, “Scoop.” Beyond his acting career, he ventured into film production through Baweja Studios, a company founded by his parents, Harry Baweja and Pammi Baweja. Baweja Studios began its journey with “Trinetra” and continued to produce successful films such as “Dilwale,” “Diljale,” “Qayamat: City Under Threat,” and their most recent production, “Bhaukal.” Harman Baweja’s production pipeline includes the highly anticipated “Captain India,” starring Kartik Aaryan in the lead role, alongside some intriguing unannounced projects.
Aamir Khan
Known as the “Perfectionist” of Bollywood, Aamir Khan has not only enthralled audiences with his acting but also with his productions. Aamir’s commitment to meaningful storytelling and social issues shines through in his choice of projects. His production company, Aamir Khan Productions, has delivered cinematic gems like “Lagaan,” “Taare Zameen Par,” and “Secret Superstar,” to name a few. His recent release includes “Laal Singh Chaddha,” directed by Advait Chandan and starring Kareena Kapoor Khan and Aamir himself.
Alia Bhatt
The talented Alia Bhatt joined the ranks of actor-producers with her company, Eternal Sunshine Productions. While it’s a relatively recent venture, Alia’s commitment to unique narratives and fresh storytelling is evident in her production choices. Her first production includes “Darlings,” starring Vijay Verma, Shefali Shah, and Alia herself in the lead. The dark comedy revolves around Hamza and Badru’s love marriage, which takes an ugly turn when he becomes an abusive and alcoholic husband. However, when his behavior leads to a tragedy, she sets off to seek revenge.