Complete List of Bollywood Sequels Releasing in 2025–2026
2025–2026 is a franchise-forward moment for Hindi cinema. From spy-universe showdowns to fifth-installment comedies and courtroom face-offs, studios are stacking calendars with familiar IP—and fan bases are ready. This guide highlights the sequels with officially announced or strongly reported timelines. Dates change often, so use the status column and callouts to track what’s locked, what’s likely to move, and what’s TBA.
Indian release dates are dynamic—post-production, VFX, festival slots, and competition can shift plans. Always verify closer to release week. Where multiple reports exist, we note the most credible current position.
Quick View — 2025 Bollywood Sequels
| Title | Franchise | Leads | Director | Status | India Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Housefull 5 | Housefull (Part 5) | Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan | Tarun Mansukhani | Released | June 6, 2025 |
| War 2 | YRF Spy Universe (War Part 2) | Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani | Ayan Mukerji | Released | Aug 14, 2025 |
| Baaghi 4 | Baaghi (Part 4) | Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Sonam Bajwa | A. Harsha | Dated | Sept 5, 2025 |
| Jolly LLB 3 | Jolly LLB (Part 3) | Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi | Subhash Kapoor | Dated | Sept 19, 2025 |
| De De Pyaar De 2 | De De Pyaar De (Part 2) | Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, R. Madhavan | Anshul Sharma | Dated | Nov 14, 2025 |
| Don 3 | Don (Reboot series, Part 3) | Ranveer Singh | Farhan Akhtar | 2025 — TBA | TBA 2025 |
| No Entry 2 Under production | No Entry (Part 2) | Arjun Kapoor, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh* | Anees Bazmee | Targeted | Reported Diwali 2025 (subject to change) |
Quick View — 2026 Bollywood Sequels
| Title | Franchise | Leads | Director/Studio | Status | India Release |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mardaani 3 | Mardaani (Part 3) | Rani Mukerji | YRF | Dated | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Dhamaal 4 | Dhamaal series (Part 4) | Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaaferi | Indra Kumar | Dated | Mar 20, 2026 Eid frame |
| Awarapan 2 | Awarapan (Part 2) | Emraan Hashmi | — | Dated | Apr 3, 2026 |
| Bhediya 2 | Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe | Varun Dhawan (expected) | Maddock Films | Announced | Announced for Aug 14, 2026 (watch for moves) |
| Drishyam 3 | Drishyam (Part 3) | Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran | Panorama/YR? (TBA) | Announced | Oct 2, 2026 (Gandhi Jayanti) — tentative |
Spotlight Cards — The Big Ticket Sequels
War 2 (Aug 14, 2025) — Released
A crossover escalates the YRF Spy Universe with matching star power from Hindi and Telugu industries. Positioned on Independence Day weekend, the sequel banked on national holiday legs and a south-north audience bridge.
Housefull 5 (June 6, 2025) — Released
The fifth entry experimented with two alternate endings (different shows, different killer) to juice repeat viewings—rare for a mainstream Hindi comedy. Expect franchise-grade scale, cruise-ship set-pieces, and an ensemble built for memeable chaos.
Baaghi 4 (Sept 5, 2025) — Dated
A new director at the helm and a harder action tone keep the stunt-heavy brand competitive. Trailer marketing points to a gritty, R-leaning texture while preserving the “Ronny” hero template.
Jolly LLB 3 (Sept 19, 2025) — Dated
The third installment promises a “Jolly vs Jolly” face-off—two fan-favorite leads in a single narrative. Expect topical satire, procedural twists, and crowd-pleasing arguments.
De De Pyaar De 2 (Nov 14, 2025) — Dated
The age-gap rom-com returns with an evolved relationship stage and fresh conflicts. Holiday corridor timing suggests a four-week runway into year-end.
Don 3 (2025) — TBA
A fresh-start Don universe with swagger-first marketing. Date has stayed under wraps; watch for a Q4 landing or a strategic push into 2026 if VFX timelines demand it.
Mardaani 3 (Feb 27, 2026) — Dated
Rani’s Shivani Shivaji Roy returns—expect a socially-charged antagonist and grounded procedural grit anchored in real-world crimes.
Dhamaal 4 (Mar 20, 2026) — Dated (Eid frame)
A crowd-pulling holiday slot and ensemble slapstick—the brand aims squarely at all-ages, four-quadrant fun with travel-capers and mistaken-identity gags.
Awarapan 2 (Apr 3, 2026) — Dated
Cult favorite gets a continuation; expect moody noir, redemption arcs, and a strong soundtrack footprint.
Bhediya 2 (Announced for Aug 14, 2026) — Watch for moves
The expanding horror-comedy universe plans a mid-August berth. Keep an eye on industry congestion and VFX windows—this one may shift within H2 2026.
Drishyam 3 (Oct 2, 2026) — Tentative
Gandhi Jayanti is a coveted date for thrillers; the franchise aims to close the loop with one final mind-maze.
What Might Move? (Scheduling Risk Meter)
- Baaghi 4 — trailer window and advance-booking cues indicate a firm Sept 5 landing.
- Jolly LLB 3 — marketing in motion for late-September.
- De De Pyaar De 2 — holiday weekend is sticky, but rom-coms can reshuffle to avoid crowding.
- Dhamaal 4 — Eid frame is competitive; day-and-date rivals may trigger minor adjustments.
- Don 3 — 2025 is the target, though a Q1/Q2 2026 slip remains plausible if post extends.
- Bhediya 2 — announced for Aug 14, 2026; multiple reports suggest a potential push.
Calendar Pins — Month-by-Month (2025–2026)
June 2025
Housefull 5 (released)
August 2025
War 2 (released)
September 2025
Baaghi 4 (Sept 5) • Jolly LLB 3 (Sept 19)
November 2025
De De Pyaar De 2 (Nov 14) • No Entry 2 (reported Diwali 2025 — watch status)
Q1 2026
Mardaani 3 (Feb 27) • Dhamaal 4 (Mar 20)
Q2 2026
Awarapan 2 (Apr 3)
H2 2026
Bhediya 2 (announced Aug 14) • Drishyam 3 (target Oct 2)
FAQ — Quick Answers
Which sequels already released in 2025?
Housefull 5 (June 6, 2025) and War 2 (Aug 14, 2025).
Most anticipated Sept–Nov 2025 run?
Baaghi 4, Jolly LLB 3, and De De Pyaar De 2 headline the corridor.
Which 2026 dates look firm?
Mardaani 3 (Feb 27), Dhamaal 4 (Mar 20/Eid frame), and Awarapan 2 (Apr 3) have clear placements. H2 has moving parts.
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