The Indian film industry, popularly known as Bollywood, is set to unveil a plethora of films in 2025, featuring a blend of seasoned actors and emerging talents. For entrepreneurs, business owners, and marketers, understanding these upcoming projects is crucial for strategic planning, brand collaborations, and tapping into the entertainment market’s pulse. This article provides an in-depth look at the most anticipated Bollywood films slated for release in 2025, their star casts, and the potential impact on the industry.
Major Releases and Star Casts
January–March 2025
Bobby Aur Rishi Ki Love Story
Director: Kunal Kohli
Cast: Vardhan Puri, Kaveri Kapur
Production Houses: Jio Studios, The Production Headquarters, The Indian Scion Production, Disney+ Hotstar
Release Date: January 11, 2025Wikipedia+1Financial Times+1
Chhaava
Director: Laxman Utekar
Cast: Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, Akshaye Khanna
Production House: Maddock Films
Release Date: January 14, 2025Wikipedia+1Financial Times+1
Mere Husband Ki Biwi
Director: Mudassar Aziz
Cast: Arjun Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh, Bhumi Pednekar
Production House: Pooja Entertainment
Release Date: February 21, 2025WikipediaSean C. Hendrickson Blog
Superboys of Malegaon
Director: Reema Kagti
Cast: Adarsh Gourav, Vineet Kumar Singh, Shashank Arora, Anuj Singh Duhan
Production Houses: Amazon MGM Studios, Excel Entertainment, Tiger Baby Films
Release Date: March 28, 2025
Synopsis: Based on the true story of Nasir Shaikh, a wedding videographer from Malegaon who, along with his friends, creates a film that garners unexpected success. The film aims to inspire audiences to pursue their dreams. Reuters+1Wikipedia+1Wikipedia
April–June 2025
Phule
Director: Anant Mahadevan
Cast: Pratik Gandhi, Patralekha
Production Houses: Zee Studios, Dancing Shiva Films, Kingsmen Productions
Release Date: April 11, 2025Wikipedia
Kesari Chapter 2
Director: Karan Singh Tyagi
Cast: Akshay Kumar, R. Madhavan, Ananya Panday
Production Houses: Dharma Productions, Cape Of Good Films, Leo Media Collective
Release Date: April 18, 2025Wikipedia+1EW.com+1
Housefull 5
Director: Tarun Mansukhani
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Sanjay Dutt, Abhishek Bachchan, Jacqueline Fernandez, Nargis Fakhri, and others
Production House: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
Release Date: June 6, 2025
Note: This installment promises a star-studded ensemble, continuing the franchise’s legacy of comedy and entertainment.Wikipedia
July–September 2025
Metro… In Dino
Director: Anurag Basu
Cast: Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh
Production Houses: T-Series Films, Anurag Basu Productions
Release Date: July 4, 2025Wikipedia
War 2
Director: Ayan Mukerji
Cast: Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor
Production House: Yash Raj Films
Release Date: August 15, 2025
Note: This sequel is part of Yash Raj Films’ Spy Universe, bringing together top stars from Bollywood and South Indian cinema.Wikipedia
Baaghi 4
Director: A. Harsha
Cast: Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa, Harnaaz Sandhu
Production House: Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment
Release Date: September 5, 2025
Note: Tiger Shroff returns with high-octane action sequences, promising an adrenaline-packed experience for fans.Wikipedia
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October–December 2025
Thama
Director: Aditya Sarpotdar
Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Paresh Rawal
Production House: Maddock Films
Release Date: October 17, 2025Wikipedia
De De Pyaar De 2
Director: Anshul Sharma
Cast: Ajay Devgn, R. Madhavan, Rakul Preet Singh
Production Houses: T-Series Films, Luv Films
Release Date: November 14, 2025
