Bollywood 2026 Line-Up: Leading Films That Promise Blockbuster Entertainment

The new year brings plenty of excitement for Bollywood fans! 2026 promises a lineup of thrilling and entertaining films hitting theaters—here’s a glimpse of what’s in store.

Border 2

Border 2, starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, Ahan Shetty, and Sonam Bajwa, hits theaters on January 23, 2026. The sequel to the iconic 1997 war drama promises high-octane action and patriotism.

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Ikkis

Ikkis, releasing on January 1, 2026, tells the heroic true story of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetrapal, India’s youngest Param Vir Chakra awardee. Starring Agastya Nanda, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Dharmendra, the film promises a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and national pride.

KING

Shah Rukh Khan announced his upcoming action thriller KING on his birthday, sending fans into a frenzy over his never-before-seen avatar. Directed by Siddharth Anand, KING is set to release sometime in 2026.

Cocktail 2

Shahid Kapoor teams up with Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna for Cocktail 2, with shooting underway in Delhi. Set to release in 2026, the sequel promises to bring the feel-good charm of the original rom-com with a fresh, fun-filled cast.

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Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos

Happy Patel: Khatarnak Jasoos is a Hindi spy-comedy marking Vir Das’s directorial debut, set to release on January 16, 2026. Starring Vir Das, Mona Singh, with Aamir Khan and Imran Khan making his big-screen comeback, the film promises a mix of action, romance, and laughter.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, starring Varun Dhawan, Mrunal Thakur, and Pooja Hegde, is a fun, nostalgic rom-com directed by David Dhawan. Set to release on June 5, 2026, it features comedy, drama and romance.

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