Rajkummar Rao, Saqib Saleem To Kriti Sanon: Successful Actors Who're Also Erecting Empires in Film Production

In the past few years, a string of actors have stepped behind the cameras to produce films to lead unique stories and narratives that matter, while also introducing a fresh lot of actors. Here's looking at top 5 celebrated actors who are not only succeeding as actors but are also building successful production banners.

Rajkummar Rao: Rajkummar Rao recently stepped into production with Kampa Films, and backed his latest OTT release, Toaster, alongside his wife Patralekhaa. The duo described this feat as an "emotional milestone", and they aim to tell stories that resonate on a personal level.

Saqib Saleem: Saqib Saleem has won hearts of the audiences with films like Dil Juunglee, Mere Dad Ki Maruti and more, and on the other hand now, he's stepping into production with the neo-noir comedy Baby Do Die Do - under the banner of Saleem Siblings. 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 produced some of the most memorable films, Gully Boy, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara, Dil Chahta Hai and more.

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.

Taapsee Pannu: In 2021, Taapsee Pannu launched her own production house, Outsiders Films, wherein the actress is involved in the creative side including script selection, which she also has a strong sense as a substantial actress.

Not only are these actors playing successfully at the front-foot, but are also shifting creative vision as producers.