Upcoming Bollywood Movies releasing in Summer 2026

The Bollywood industry is famous for releasing back-to-back hit movies with strong storytelling and grand song sequences. With a strong fan base, Bollywood makes fans anticipate upcoming movies, especially for sequels, due to the excitement and suspense left over from previous sequels, which compels them to watch the next part as soon as possible. Not only the sequel, but sometimes the audience also craves watching a storyline for a particular genre, due to which they look for that particular genre’s movies, either already released and not watched yet, or yet to be released soon. Watching their favourite actors on either OTT or big screens for new movies and new concepts also drags their excitement towards the upcoming releases.

Noticing the importance of gaining knowledge about upcoming movies among the audience, here is the list of a few top upcoming Bollywood lineups in the summer.

Bhooth Bangla (17th April, fantasy horror comedy)

Known for an iconic and a masterpiece movie, Bhool Bhulaiya, which was released 14 years later, left a lasting effect on the audience. The bond of Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar is back with another fantasy horror comedy film, Bhooth Bangla. As Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan have been working together on the film after 14 years, fans are expecting the same or even better level of fast-paced and slapstick comedy, with uncompromising, horrifying scenes. Akshay Kumar will be seen in the movie with Rajpal Yadav, keeping an expectation of spooktacular and iconic comedy that was seen in movies like Bhool Bhulaiya and Hera Pheri Sequel. The movie is scheduled for a theatrical release on 17th April 2026.

The plot will revolve around a financially struggling man, Arjun Acharya (played by Akshay Kumar), who inherits an ancestral palace in the village of Mangalpur. The locals of the village believe that none of the brides survived in the village due to some paranormal activities, despite knowing the fact, Arjun Acharya decided to hold her sister’s wedding in the palace. The film includes a chaotic wedding with slapstick comedy and spooky horror, igniting nostalgia for Bhool Bhulaiya among the audience. 

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Raja Shivaji (1st May, historical action drama)

The Maratha Empire is one of the strongest empires ever built in India. The empire was built by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the residents of Maharashtra, and even people living in other states who know history, praise Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj for his bravery stories, and almost everyone would love to delve deeper into the historical life of Shivaji Maharaj. Raja Shivaji is a historical action drama movie, based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, depicting his journey from a young playful prince turning into the saviour of Maharashtra, scheduled to be released in theatres on 1st May, coinciding with Maharashtra Day.

The film showcases how Shivaji Maharaj was pushed into an extraordinary journey during a tumultuous period in Indian history, from his younger version Shivaji Bhonsale to becoming Shivaji Maharaja, the Maratha warrior king, and showcases how he challenges already strong and formidable powers to lay the foundation of Swarajya (self-rule). The narrative captures the transition from “Shaastra” (scripture/knowledge) to “Shastra” (weapons/warfare) to protect the land and faith. 

The first teaser of the film described the ultimate success the project might achieve at the box office, as the teaser resulted in significant online excitement with fans describing it as spectacular and epic. Riteish Deshmukh has played the role of Shivaji Maharaj and is getting praised by the fans for his perfect physical and character blending into a Maratha warrior king’s getup.

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Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups (4th June, period gangster)

Fans of the extreme action thriller genre would love the Toxic: A Fairy Tale For Grown-ups movie, scheduled to be released on 4th June in theatres. The lead role in the movie is being played by the Kannada superstar Yash. Yash will be playing a dual role in the movie. Kiara Advani will be playing the lead female role named Nadia, and will be making her first Kannada cinema debut.

The film plots ferocious period gangster drama, portraying the storyline of the underworld, powerful drug criminal power operating behind the facade of tourist Goa. The narrative focuses on experimental gangster theories with rivalry between criminal families in power and forced alliances. The teaser received a massive and successful viewership, crossing over 200 million views in just 24 hours, igniting the excitement among the audience for the return of Yash after his successful release, KGF: Chapter 2.

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Main Vaapas Aaunga (12th June, romantic drama)

After the successful collaboration of Diljit Dosanjh and Imtiaz Ali in Amar Singh Chamkila, released in 2024, the pair is back with another iconic movie, Main Vaapas Aaunga, set to be released on 12th June in theatres. The casting of the movie has been done keeping in mind to make the movie nostalgic, including Diljit Dosanjh, playing the lead role, Naseeruddin Shah, who drives the narrative with his romantic memory, Vedang Raina, who plays the role depicting a younger version of Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari Wagh playing the lead female role in a cross-generational love story, and many other actos.

The narrative of the movie revolves around the love story of an elderly man played by Naseeruddin Shah, which later turned into a haunting story. The film is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition of India. The film consists of love, longing, and belongings, with the sad part of breaking bonds and moving on with a new life, leaving the lovely past and belongings behind. The teaser showcasing nostalgic romance and stunning visuals has gained a positive response online from the audience, because of which the fans are very excited for the movie.

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Cocktail 2 (19th June, romantic, comedy-drama)

Following a super hit movie of 2012, Cocktail, the iconic movie is back with its sequel and is scheduled to be released on 19th June. Cocktail (2012) gained massive success at the box office, leaving a memorable and lasting storyline among the audience, with the charm of Deepika Padukone and innocence represented by Diana Patny. The movie not only presented a great romantic comedy-drama but also provided some of the best music collections to the audience, which are in trend even in today’s generation. 

The second sequel of Cocktail is directed by Homi Adajania, who focused on rebuilding the charm without disturbing the perfect ending of the previous storyline. The film has cast new actors, with the motive of working on a completely new storyline, exploring modern relationships, friendships and love. The film’s storyline will revolve around a love triangle, involving two girls and one boy, following the original dynamic but with more bold romance and modern and new-age love.

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