From Reels to Roles: Indian Creators Take Over The Silver Screen In 2025

IFP SEASON 15

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Content creators are no longer just making videos; they’re transitioning into actors on OTT platforms and in movies.

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OG creators like Bhuvan Bam paved the way by proving digital stars could lead OTT shows with Taaza Khabar.

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Around the same time, Prajakta Koli starred in Mismatched, demonstrating that creators could also own long-format storytelling!

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Dharnaa brought her viral character energy to the big screen with Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.

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Harsh Gujral took his stand-up swagger and joined the cast of Mere Husband Ki Biwi.

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Gaurav Gera returns to acting after a long break with Dhurandar, blending experience with brilliant acting.

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Apoorva Makhija (The Rebel Kid) stepped into acting with Nadaaniyan, bringing her bold screen presence to OTT.

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Ayesha Khan joins Dhurandar, marking another creator-led crossover moment in a fun song called "Shararat".

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And one of the biggest and latest creators to make his OTT debut is Elvish Yadav. He enters the spotlight with his web series - Aukat Se Bahar,

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IFP SEASON 15

IFP SEASON 15