Over the years, Bollywood has witnessed a decline in original content and a struggle to create fresh and engaging stories. However, there have been a few shining moments when sequels breathed new life into the industry.
Films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, Aashiqui 2, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, KGF 2, Baahubali 2, and Gadar 2 not only replicated the success of their predecessors but also surpassed them in terms of entertainment. Given the past success stories, Bollywood is now gearing up to rock the box office with sequels and make record-breaking collections. Here are 15 upcoming Bollywood movie sequels set to release in 2024 & 2025
Upcoming Bollywood Sequels That We Are Super-Excited
1. Metro In Dino
Anurag Basu expands his beloved ‘Life In a Metro’ series with a captivating second installment titled ‘Metro In Dino.’ This anthology film boasts a stellar ensemble cast including Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Anupam Kher, Neena Gupta, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkana Sensharma, Ali Fazal, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. Set to hit theaters on March 29, 2024, ‘Metro In Dino’ is poised to captivate audiences with its compelling narratives and dynamic performances.
2. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan
The sequel that many are excited about is Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. The movie is directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and stars Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff. As per sources, the movie is set to release around 9th April 2024.
3. Ishq Vishk Rebound
2003’s coming-of-age-romantic drama, Ishq Vishk, which marked the Bollywood debut of Shahid Kapoor is returning with a sequel after 20 years of wait. Ishq Vishk Rebound stars Pashmina Roshan, Rohit Saraf, Jibraan Khan, and Naila Grewal in lead roles. Ishq Vishk Rebound will be released in theatres on 28th June 2024.
4. Singham Again
The highly-anticipated third installment of the Singham franchise is set to electrify audiences once more, featuring a star-studded cast including Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Ranveer Singh, and Deepika Padukone in lead roles. Scheduled for release in August, 2024, this action-packed sequel promises to deliver the same adrenaline-pumping thrills that fans have come to love.
5. Stree 2
Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s blockbuster film “Stree” left a lasting impact on audiences in 2018. The successful horror-comedy, directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan, is now set to return with a much-awaited sequel!
“Stree 2” reunites the stellar cast of Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurrana, and Abhishek Banerjee. Fans can mark their calendars as the film is scheduled for release on August 31, 2024. Get ready for another thrilling chapter of the Stree saga!
6. Welcome To The Jungle (Welcome 3)
Akshay Kumar’s return in ‘Welcome 3’ has fans ecstatic, eagerly anticipating the revival of the beloved franchise. The film stands among the most anticipated sequels, and fans eagerly await Kumar’s return, hoping for an entertaining cinematic experience. Welcome to the Jungle will release in theatres on December 20, 2024
7. Hera Pheri 3
The whole internet celebrated when the producer Nadiadwala announced that Hera Pheri will return back with a new sequel – Hera Pheri 3. Yes, after the successful movies – Hera Pheri & Phir Hera Pheri, the fans waited for a long time for the trio of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty & Paresh Rawal to return. And, now the makers have confirmed that Hera Pheri 3 is on the cards. Though there is no official announcement, Paresh Rawal has said that ‘Hera Pheri 3’ will be released by the end of 2024.
8. Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (Dulhania 3)
Following the success of “Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania” (2014) and “Badrinath Ki Dulhania” (2017), the dynamic duo of Varun Dhawan and Shashank Khaitan are set to collaborate once more in “Dulhania 3,” titled “Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari.”
Produced by Karan Johar’s esteemed Dharma Productions, this installment will diverge from the previous ones by featuring Janhvi Kapoor as Tulsi Kumari, while Varun Dhawan takes on the role of Sunny Sanskari. Notably, this installment will not include Alia Bhatt, who starred in the earlier films of the Dulhania franchise. The movie is expected to hit the theatres on April 18, 2025.
9. War 2
The excitement for ‘War 2’ is soaring high, promising another adrenaline-pumping action extravaganza. With Hrithik Roshan set to reprise his role, fans eagerly anticipate this sequel for its promise of jaw-dropping stunts and intense thrills. War 2 is expected to be released on August 14, 2025 in theatres.
10. No Entry 2
Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Arjun Kapoor are reported to be cast in the sequel of ‘No Entry’. It is said to be produced by Boney Kapoor and Zee Studios. The No Entry sequel will go on floors in December 2024 and have a big theatrical release in 2025, marking 20 years of the first part.
11. Don 3
One of the most awaited upcoming Bollywood sequels is Don 3. As Ranveer Singh replaces Shah Rukh Khan and Kiara Advani replaces Priyanka Chopra, Don 3 is the beginning of a new era in the most successful franchise of Bollywood. The movie is expected to be released in 2025.
12. Pathaan 2 & Tiger Vs Pathan
Insider sources have revealed some intriguing details about “Pathaan 2,” the upcoming installment in the YRF Spy Universe. It’s set to debut before “Tiger vs Pathaan,” setting the stage for a clash of cinematic legends. Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of Pathaan has garnered significant audience interest, prompting plans to expand the franchise after the success of its January 2023 release. As per the sources, Pathaan 2 will hit the theatres in 2025.
14. Animal Park
Another much-awaited sequel is Ranbir Kapoor’s Animal Park – which is the sequel to the 2023 hit Animal. While there is no official announcement, the movie is expected to release in the fourth quarter of 2025.
15. Bhediya 2
Amar Kaushik’s 2022 horror comedy, starring Varun as a man who turns into a werewolf, is getting a sequel. After “Stree 2” hits theatres in 2024, “Bhediya 2” will follow. The two movies will have interlinked stories that lead to something bigger. Bhediya 2 is expected to be released in 2025.
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