The year 2025 is packed with exciting movies for every kind of viewer. From action-packed thrillers and romantic dramas to inspiring biopics and lighthearted comedies, there’s something for everyone. Featuring big stars, fresh pairings, and powerful stories, these upcoming films are ready to light up the big screens.

 Here’s a look at the most-anticipated releases of the year.

Most-Awaited Releases Of 2025

January 

Emergency

Directed by Kangana Ranaut, the film delves into the Indian Emergency period and features Ranaut portraying the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The cast also includes Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair, Mahima Chaudhry, Milind Soman, and the late Satish Kaushik in key roles. The movie is set to release on January 17, 2025.

Game Changer

Director S Shankar's political thriller features Ram Charan in triple roles, with Kiara Advani joining the star-studded cast.

Sky Force

Directed by Sandeep Kelwani and Abhishek Anil Kapur, this war drama is inspired by India’s historic 1965 retaliatory attack on Pakistan’s Sargodha air base. Akshay Kumar, Nimrat Kaur, Sara Ali Khan, and newcomer Veer Pahariya bring this gripping tale to life.

Deva

Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, this action thriller stars Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde in the lead roled, slated to release on January 31.

February 

Chhaava

Directed by Laxman Utekar, this historical drama stars Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna in lead. It is set to release on Valentine’s Day. The film was initially scheduled for December 2024 but was postponed to avoid a clash with Pushpa 2.

March 

C Sankaran Nair Biopic

This biopic, directed by Karan Singh Tyagi stars Akshay Kumar and R. Madhavan. The actors collaborated in this powerful courtroom drama centered on a legendary lawyer and freedom fighter.

Sikandar

Directed by A.R. Murugadoss, this film stars Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna. The action-packed film is releasing on Eid Al-Fitr.

April 

Chand Mera Dil

Ananya Panday and Lakshya lead this romantic drama directed by Vivek Soni, set to release in 2025.

Dhadak 2

Directed by Shazia Iqbal, this spiritual sequel to Dhadak (2018) is a remake of the acclaimed Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal (2018), starring Triptii Dimri and Siddhant Chaturvedi.

Sunny Sanksari Ki Tulsi Kumari

Directed by Shashank Khaitan, this romantic comedy stars Janhvi Kapoor and Varun Dhawan reunite for this romantic comedy, releasing on April 18.

May 

De De Pyaar De 2

Directed by Anshul Sharma, this romantic comedy stars Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, and Rakul Preet Singh, who return in this sequel, set for release on May 2.

June 

Housefull 5

The hit comedy franchise returns with Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Jacqueline Fernandez, releasing on June 6.

August 

War 2

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, Hrithik Roshan returns in this high-octane action thriller alongside Kiara Advani, releasing on August 14.

The Delhi Files

Directed by Vivek Agnihotri, this gripping drama stars Anupam Kher and Mithun Chakraborty and is set to release on Independence Day.

September 

Baaghi 4

The action-packed franchise is directed by A. Harsha. Tiger Shroff is set to return with the fourth installment alongside Tripti Dimriii on September 5.

October 

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

Varun Dhawan teams up with his father, David Dhawan, in this romantic comedy releasing on October 2.

Thama

Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the horror comedy stars Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna. This spooky entertainer, set for a Diwali release.

December 

Alpha

YRF’s first female-led spy thriller, Alpha, directed by Shiv Rawail, is headlined by Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh. Set to release on Christmas Day.