Most Awaited Films of 2025: From action to drama and from Hrithik Roshan to Alia Bhatt, here’s the 12 most anticipated releases of the year 2025 : Bollywood News

January 22, 20255 Mins Read

As we step into 2025, Bollywood enthusiasts have plenty to look forward to in the coming year. Bollywood Hungama proudly presents its curated list of the most anticipated and awaited Bollywood movies of 2025. This year promises a stellar lineup of films featuring captivating plots, incredible star casts, and visionary direction. From big-budget blockbusters to compelling stories crafted by sensational filmmakers, here’s an exclusive glimpse at the movies set to define Bollywood in 2025.

Most Awaited Films of 2025: From action to drama and from Hrithik Roshan to Alia Bhatt, here’s the 12 most anticipated releases of the year

1. War 2
Cast: Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr., and Kiara Advani
Release Date: August 14, 2025
Director: Ayan Mukerji
Production Company: Yash Raj Films

Under the banner of Yash Raj Films, Ayan Mukerji’s War 2 unites Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. in a thrilling sequel. With Kiara Advani as part of the cast as well, this Bollywood action thriller will be of a different league as it’s set to be released on an Independence Day weekend. War 2 tops the charts as the most awaited movie of 2025.

2. Sikandar
Cast: Salman Khan, Rashmika Mandanna
Release Date: March 30, 2025
Director: AR Murugadoss
Production Company: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment

In a high-octane drama Sikandar, the superstar Salman Khan joins hands with AR Murugadoss. There is no doubt about the fact that this understanding would render a complete tale to the audience; with Salman Khan’s star presence, Sikandar would undoubtedly grant an intriguing spectacle. Sikandar bags the runner up spot in the charts as the most awaited movie of 2025.

3. Alpha
Cast: Alia Bhatt, Hrithik Roshan, Sharvari, Anil Kapoor
Release Date: December 2025
Director: Shiv Rawail
Production Company: Yash Raj Films

Alpha – the upcoming sci-fi thriller, bare the unexplored frontiers of filmmaking with deep originality and edge-embedded performance spearheaded by Alia and Hrithik. Shiv Rawail has outdone himself with this project on its timescale. The glue of the narrative entwines everything along with pleasing visuals and captivating music so easily that despite its length one might have wished it were longer. Alpha bags the no. 3 spot in the Most Awaited Movies of 2025 charts.

4. Housefull 5
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Fardeen Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Dino Morea, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, Chitrangda Singh
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Director: Tarun Mansukhani
Production Company: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment

Before, the Indian movie trade has always been eager to see whom Housefull 5 would bring. And the word is that there is a given promise, with much talking about the greatest star cast show up.

Most Awaited Films of 2025: From action to drama and from Hrithik Roshan to Alia Bhatt, here’s the 12 most anticipated releases of the year

5. Raid 2
Cast: Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Vaani Kapoor
Release Date: June 2025
Director: Raj Kumar Gupta
Production Company: T-Series Films, Panorama Studios

Ajay Devgn plays the brave tax officer in Raid 2 along with Riteish, Vaani, determined to send out yet another exciting justice dramatic narrative. As expected, the sequel, Raid 2 delivers yet again, never disappoints.

6. Kartik Aaryan and Sandeep Modi’s Next
Cast: Kartik Aaryan
Release Date: August 2025
Production Company: Dharma Productions, Balaji Telefilms

Next up is the project by Kartik Aaryan and Sandeep Modi, planned for August 2025 Kartik Aaryan is the lead cast for the movie and it will be co-produced by Balaji Telefilms and Dharma Productions. The movie is said to be a war drama and is set to release in August of 2025.

7. De De Pyaar De 2
Cast: Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, Tabu, and Rakul Preet Singh
Release Date: November 14, 2025
Director: Anshul Sharma
Production Company: T-Series, Luv Films

The highly anticipated sequel set to be released on November 14 2025, titled De De Pyaar De 2 is Ajay Devgn, Tabu, and Rakul Preet Singh’s latest addition. The movie is directed by Anshul Sharma and brought to you by T-Series and Luv Films. Lastly, ‘De De Pyaar De 2’ is a sequel to a film released in 2019 that has been taking the box office by storm, and has now returned with its beloved cast.

8. Jolly LLB 3
Cast: Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Director: Subhash Kapoor
Production Company: Star Studios, Kangra Talkies
Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi return in the courtroom drama that promises loaded satire and legal battles.

Most Awaited Films of 2025: From action to drama and from Hrithik Roshan to Alia Bhatt, here’s the 12 most anticipated releases of the year

9. Chhaava
Cast: Vicky Kaushal
Release Date: February 14, 2025
Director: Laxman Utekar
Production Company: Maddock Films

Chhaava is a historical drama featuring Vicky Kaushal telling the story of a valiant Maratha warrior. It’s a story of courage, honour, and legacy.

10. Thama
Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandana
Release Date: 2025
Director: Aditya Sarpotdar
Production Company: Maddock Films

Thama plays Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandana against each other in a political drama that explores resilience and rebellion.

11. Shakti Shalini
Cast: TBA
Release Date: December 2025
Director: TBA
Production Company: Maddock Films

Shakti Shalini’s details are still under wraps, but it’s one to watch (with an interesting title) out for.

12. Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai
Cast: Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, Pooja Hegde
Release Date: October 2025
Director: David Dhawan
Production Company: TIPS

As well as his films with brother Anil, David Dhawan directs this vibrant romantic comedy called Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, where Varun Dhawan is paired with Mrunal Thakur and Pooja Hegde with the help of youthful romance, matched with comedy.

Bollywood fans, 2025 is going to be a date to remember, from sequels to new pairings, to ambitious projects. Stay tuned for these marvels!