Most-Anticipated Indian Movies of 2025: Full IMDb List Released

IMDb has revealed its list of the most eagerly awaited Indian films for 2025. Featuring 20 titles across various genres, the list highlights projects starring prominent actors such as Akshay Kumar, Shahid Kapoor, and Prabhas. The movies are set to release throughout the year, from January to December, showcasing a mix of action, drama, and comedy.

Key Films on the List

Sky Force

Starring Akshay Kumar, Veer Pahariya, and Nimrat Kaur, this film is slated for release on January 24. It promises to be a high-energy action drama.

Deva

Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, and Kubbra Sait lead the cast of this film, which is scheduled to hit theaters on January 31.

Thandel

This project, featuring Allu Aravind, Chandoo Mondeti, and Devi Sri Prasad, is set for release on February 7.

Chhaava

Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, and Akshaye Khanna headline this movie, coming to cinemas on February 19.

L2: Empuraan

With a cast including Prithviraj Sukumaran, Mohanlal, and Saniya Iyappan, this film will release on March 27.

Additional Highlights

- Sikandar, starring Salman Khan, Kajal Aggarwal, and Rashmika Mandanna, is expected to premiere on March 30.

- The Raja Saab, featuring Prabhas, Malavika Mohanan, and Sanjay Dutt, is scheduled for April 10.

- Toxic, led by Yash, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Sai Pallavi, will also release on April 10.

- Kannappa, with Prabhas, Vishnu Manchu, and Nayanthara, is set for April 25.

Summer Releases

Coolie

Rajinikanth, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Shruti Haasan star in this movie, releasing on May 1.

Retro, featuring Suriya, Pooja Hegde, and Jayaram, shares the same release date.

Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, and Trisha Krishnan, will debut on June 5.

Housefull 5, with Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh, follows on June 6.

Major Blockbusters Later in the Year

War 2

Starring Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani, and NTR Jr, this action-packed sequel is set for an August 14 release.

Baaghi 4, featuring Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, and Sonam Bajwa, will release on September 5.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1, led by Rishab Shetty, Sapthami Gowda, and Jayaram, is slated for October 2.

Thama, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, is expected in October.

Alpha with Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, and Einar Haraldsson, will close the year with a December 25 release.

From high-octane action to emotional dramas, the films feature some of the biggest names in the Indian film industry.