Exciting Movie Releases to Watch in the Second Half of 2026

Upcoming Films from July to December 2026

As we reach the midpoint of 2026, the film industry is buzzing with anticipation for upcoming releases. The first half of the year showcased a variety of films, including hits like Dhurandhar 2, Border 2, and Cocktail 2, while some films like Do Deewane Seher Mein and Chand Mera Dil failed to impress at the box office. The excitement continues into the latter half of the year, starting with Alia Bhatt and Sharvari's Alpha in July. August promises a thrilling showdown with Batwara 1947 and Awarapan 2 releasing on the same weekend, along with Sidharth Malhotra's Vvan and Shraddha Kapoor's Eetha during Raksha Bandhan. The year will conclude with a face-off between Shah Rukh Khan's King and Aneet Padda's Shakti Shalini on December 24. Here’s a detailed look at the films set to release from July to December.

Alpha – July 3

Alpha, featuring Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, and Bobby Deol, is an action thriller directed by Shiv Rawail. The plot centers around Sita (Alia), who is groomed by the villain to become an assassin. Upon discovering his true motives, she teams up with another young woman (Sharvari) to thwart him. This film marks the first female-led action thriller in the YRF Spyverse, with Hrithik Roshan making a cameo appearance.

Baby Do Die Do – July 3

Directed by Nachiket Samant, Baby Do Die Do stars Huma Qureshi, Sikandar Kher, and Chunky Panday among others. The film tells the story of Baby Karmarkar, an assassin, and is produced by Saqib and Huma under Saleem Siblings production.

Dhamaal 4 – July 10

Dhamaal 4, directed by Indra Kumar, revolves around a treasure hunt that promises to keep audiences entertained. The film features a star-studded cast including Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, and Esha Gupta, and aims to evoke nostalgia from the original Dhamaal.

The India Story: Slow Poison in Progress – July 24

Directed by Chettan DK, The India Story: Slow Poison in Progress features Kajal Aggarwal and Shreyas Talpade. The narrative addresses the critical issue of food adulteration, with Kajal portraying a determined lawyer and Shreyas as a concerned father.

Prahaar - The Ujjwal Nikam Story - August 7

Prahaar – The Ujjwal Nikam Story stars Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, and is based on the life of renowned public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, who was pivotal in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks trial. Directed by Avinash Arun, the film will have its first teaser shown in theatres alongside Cocktail 2.

Batwara 1947 - August 14

Batwara 1947, featuring Shabana Azmi and Sunny Deol, is directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan. The film is based on the Urdu play Jis Lahore Nai Vekhya O Jamyai Nai and is set to release on August 14.

Awarapan 2 - August 14

Directed by Nitin Kakkar, Awarapan 2 marks Emraan Hashmi's return as the beloved character Shivam. This romantic drama is also set for release on August 14.

Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 - August 28

The sequel to the critically acclaimed Khosla Ka Ghosla, directed by Prashant Bhagia, is set to hit theatres on August 28, featuring Anupam Kher and Ravi Kishan.

Vvan – Force of the Forest - August 28

Vvan – Force of the Forest, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, is rooted in Indian mythology and folklore. The film is set in a mysterious forest where supernatural elements come alive, directed by Arunabh Kumar and Deepak Kumar Mishra.

Eetha - August 28

Shraddha Kapoor stars in Eetha, a biopic about the legendary lavani dancer Vithabai Narayangaonkar, directed by Laxman Utekar. The film will be released on August 28, coinciding with Raksha Bandhan.

Mirzapur The Film - September 4

The popular series Mirzapur is being adapted into a film, set to release on September 4. The cast includes Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal, and the film loosely follows the storyline of the first season.

Udta Teer - September 11

Starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, Udta Teer is a spy comedy directed by Akash A Kaushik, produced by Karan Johar and others. The film is set to release on September 11.

Vibe - September 18

Vibe, featuring Preity Zinta and Kunal Kemmu, follows two friends whose lives take an unexpected turn, leading to a thrilling adventure. The film is produced by Drongo Films and marks Amazon MGM Studios' first venture, releasing on September 18.

Daayra - September 18

Meghna Gulzar's Daayra, featuring Kareena Kapoor Khan, is set to release on September 18. The film is a gripping thriller inspired by true events, produced by Junglee Pictures and Pen Studios.

Drishyam 3 - October 2

Following the success of the Malayalam version, Ajay Devgn's Hindi remake of Drishyam 3 is set to release on October 2. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film continues the story from the previous installments and features a talented ensemble cast.

Raftaar - October 16

Raftaar stars Rajkummar Rao and Keerthy Suresh, exploring the intertwining lives of two individuals in the competitive education sector. The film is scheduled for release on October 16.

Ramayana - October 30

Nitesh Tiwari's adaptation of the Valmiki Ramayana will be released in two parts, with the first part debuting on October 30, coinciding with Diwali. The film features a star-studded cast including Ranbir Kapoor and Yash.

Yeh Prem Mol Liya - November 27

Yeh Prem Mol Liya marks the return of the beloved character Prem to the big screen after 11 years, with Ayushmann Khurrana in the lead role. The film is directed by Sooraj Barjatya and is set to release on November 27.

Ranger – December 4

Ranger, featuring Ajay Devgn and Sanjay Dutt, is directed by Jagan Shakti and follows a forest officer's battle against a primary antagonist. The film is set to release on December 4.

Untitled Film with Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan - December 4

This upcoming comedy featuring Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balan, and Raashii Khanna is directed by Anees Bazmee and is set to release on December 4.

King - December 24

King, featuring Shah Rukh Khan, is directed by Siddharth Anand and includes a stellar cast. The film is an action thriller set to release on December 24.

Shakti Shalini - December 24

Shakti Shalini is a mythological horror-comedy that introduces Aneet Padda into the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, the film also features Nana Patekar and is set to release on December 24.

Have you marked your calendars for these exciting movie releases?