Blockbusters: Most anticipated Bollywood releases of 2026

Welcome to the Jungle

The third installment of the beloved slapstick comedy Welcome franchise is set to release. Directed by Ahmed Khan, it boasts an enormous ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Sanjay Dutt, and Disha Patani to deliver a dose of mass-market entertainment.

Alpha

Hitting the big screen in early July, this Yash Raj Films (YRF) spy universe movie stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari in action-heavy, gritty roles, expanding the interconnected spy cinematic world.

Dhamaal 4

Another big-ticket comedy franchise returning to the screen. It features an exciting roster of stars including Ajay Devgn, Anil Kapoor, and Madhuri Dixit to bring more chaos and laugh-out-loud moments.

Dhurandhar

Following the massive success of the original duology, this action thriller returns to continue the story of an undercover operative infiltrating a criminal underworld, starring Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Dutt.

Drishyam 3

Slated for an October release, the third chapter of the iconic thriller follows the brilliant protagonist as he faces the fallout of his past acts and handles unexpected backlashes from a vengeful police force.

Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past

Releasing in theaters, this supernatural horror-suspense film combines elements of lost love, eternal memories, and terrifying mysteries in a remote mountain mansion.

Bhooth Bangla

Directed by Priyadarshan and starring Akshay Kumar and Tabu, this project blends comedy and horror as a family inherits a cursed ancestral palace.

Ramayana

Easily one of the most ambitious mythological epics attempted in Indian cinema. It features massive production scales and brings the epic tale to the modern screen, focusing on grand visuals and deep cultural heritage.