The Hindi film industry has a long history of star families passing the torch to the next generation, and the next wave of Bollywood star kids is already capturing attention. While many star kids from the current young generation, like Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, and Sara Ali Khan, have already found success on the big screen, a fresh crop of youngsters is waiting to make its debut. Social media is filled with posts, paparazzi photos, and interviews featuring these upcoming stars, making it clear that Bollywood fans have a keen eye on the next generation.
Social Media Sensations Ready for Stardom
Even before entering Bollywood, many of these star kids are already popular on social media and are frequently seen at industry parties and public events, building a fan following before they make their official debuts.
- Samara Sahani
Ranbir Kapoor’s niece, Samara Sahani, has inherited the Kapoor family’s flair for style. Daughter of Ranbir’s sister, Riddhima Kapoor Sahani, Samara is already popular on social media and has expressed her admiration for stars like Ananya Panday. Samara considers Ananya her fashion inspiration, as shared by her mother on Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives. - Arhaan Khan
Son of Arbaaz Khan and Malaika Arora, Arhaan Khan has been a familiar face, especially after appearing in his mother’s show Moving in with Malaika. He has shown his personality both on social media and on screen and is often seen with his parents, already making him a known face among Bollywood fans. - Aryaman and Dharam Deol
Bobby Deol’s sons, Aryaman and Dharam, are also stepping closer to the Bollywood spotlight. Bobby has openly stated his wish for his sons to follow him into the film industry, although he wants them to complete their training first. Fluent mainly in English, they are currently working on polishing their Hindi language skills before potentially making their Bollywood debuts in the next few years. - Rajveer Deol
Sunny Deol’s younger son, Rajveer Deol, joined the industry recently with his debut in 2023. His older brother, Karan Deol, is already a few steps ahead in his acting career, but Rajveer’s entry shows that the Deol family is here to stay in Bollywood’s next generation of stars.
The Next Line-Up of Rising Talents
Some other well-known star kids are frequently in the spotlight for their style, social media influence, and public appearances, making them potential candidates for future Bollywood fame.
- Nirvaan and Yohan Khan
Sons of Sohail Khan and Seema Khan, Nirvaan and Yohan Khan are often seen with their father at parties and events. They are familiar faces on social media, and fans eagerly watch to see if they, too, will follow the Khan family’s Bollywood tradition. - Alavia Jaffrey
Daughter of the versatile actor Javed Jaffrey, Alavia has already dipped her toes into the entertainment world as a social media influencer and appeared in the Amazon Prime series The Tribes. With her father’s talent for comedy and her mother’s style, Alavia could be one of the more versatile faces in Bollywood’s future. - Nysa Devgan
Daughter of Kajol and Ajay Devgan, Nysa Devgan is often seen with her friends at high-profile parties and sometimes with her family. Although her mother, Kajol, has stated that Nysa is focused on her studies, fans are curious about her next steps. Whether or not she joins Bollywood, Nysa already has a sizable following on social media.
Bollywood’s Current Young Stars Set the Stage
As the next generation waits to step into the spotlight, Bollywood’s current young stars like Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, Suhana Khan, and Ananya Panday have already established themselves as industry favorites. Debuting over a decade ago with Student of the Year, Alia Bhatt now leads the pack as one of Bollywood’s top actresses, with Varun Dhawan and Siddharth Malhotra following closely. Other new stars, including Ishan Khatter, Sara Ali Khan, and Ananya Panday, are also making waves, setting a high bar for the generation that follows them.
This transition of Bollywood talent is both traditional and innovative, as each star kid brings their family’s legacy as well as their unique skills to the table. Fans are eagerly waiting to see how these young icons evolve, with social media giving them an early preview of Bollywood’s next potential superstars. As this new group steps forward, it’s clear that Bollywood will continue its legacy of star families, blending the charm of the past with the excitement of a fresh generation.
