It looks like 2024 will be a good year for movies. The bar has already been set high by movies like Captain Miller, HanuMan, Ayalaan, and Guntur Kaaram that have previously been released.
One notable trend in the movies that are being released this year is the prevalence of strong female characters played by actors from around the nation. In light of that, the following is a list of the top 8 bankable actresses for 2024.
1. Nayanthara
There’s a reason Nayanthara is referred to as the Lady Superstar. Her first project is a movie called Test, which is written and directed by Suman Kumar and stars Siddharth, R Madhavan, Meera Jasmine, and other notable actors in major roles. In addition, Yogi Babu and the actress will work together again on Mannangatti: Since 1960, which is directed by Dude Vicky, a debutante. Wikki6, the upcoming film directed by Nayanthara’s spouse, Vignesh Shivan, is rumored to be his sixth production.
2. Shruti Haasan
The next movie featuring Adivi Sesh and Shruti Haasan is called Dacoit: A Love Story. Shaneil Deo is the director of the movie, which is expected to be out this year. In addition, there are other reports stating that Shruti Haasan will be appearing in Yehsh’s next movie, Toxic, costarring Geetu Mohandas.
3. Trisha Krishnan
One of the most gifted and adaptable actors in the nation right now is Trisha Krishnan. She would also feature in Ajith Kumar’s next movie, VidaaMuyarchi, which he is doing alongside Magizh Thirumeni. Apart from VidaaMuyarchi, Trisha has been involved in two Malayalam movies: Ram, directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal in the lead role, and Identity, a thriller starring Vino Thomas.
4. Samantha Ruth Prabhu
Samantha Ruth Prabhu, who most recently starred with Vijay Deverakonda in the romantic comedy Kushi directed by Shiva Nirvana, will next be seen in the Indian adaptation of the American television series Citadel. Directors Raj & DK are in charge of the program, which stars Varun Dhawan in the title role. Following the second season of the popular show The Family Man, the actress will work with the renowned director couple once more on this series. In addition, she is scheduled to star in the movie Chennai Stories.
5. Sai Pallavi
The actress is well-known for the movies she chooses, like the judicial drama Gargi.The actress has two upcoming movies scheduled, one of which starring Sivakarthikeyan and tentatively titled SK21. Kamal Haasan provided financial backing for the film, which is directed by Rajkumar Periasamy. She will also be working with Naga Chaitanya again on the Chandoo Mondeti-directed movie Thandel.
6. Rashmika Mandanna
Right now, Rashmika Mandanna might be one of the busiest actors in the nation. The actress will next be seen playing Srivalli again in Pushpa 2: The Rule, the eagerly awaited 2021 sequel to the hit movie Pushpa. Leading parts in the Sukumar-directed movie include those of Allu Arjun, Fahadh Faasil, Prakash Raj, Jagapathi Babu, and numerous others. In addition, the actress has two further films titled Rainbow and Chaava scheduled, and she will star with Dheekshith Shetty in a movie called The Girlfriend. Rashmika is also rumored to get a significant part in Vijay Deverakonda’s VD12.
7. Janhvi Kapoor
With the major part played by Jr. NTR in the movie Devara, Janhvi Kapoor is scheduled to make her Telugu debut. Under the direction of Koratala Siva, the movie will be released in two parts, the first of which will be available on April 5. In addition, the actress appears in the Bollywood movies Ulajh and Mr. and Mrs. Mahi.
8. Deepika Padukone
There are other actresses slated to debut in Tollywood this year besides Janhvi Kapoor.Additionally, Deepika Padukone will appear in Nag Ashwin’s Telugu film, Kalki 2898 AD. The movie, which will be released on May 9, stars a large ensemble cast that includes Prabhas, Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Pasupathy, Disha Patani, and more.