The year is coming to a close, but the movie buzz is just getting started! December 2025 is set to wrap up the year with a spectacular lineup of films that promise to entertain every kind of moviegoer. From historical epics and action-packed thrillers to lighthearted comedies and inspiring biopics, there’s a film for every mood this holiday season.
To help you plan your movie-going schedule, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide to the most anticipated releases. We’ve dug up all the essential details on the plot, the star-studded cast, and the creative teams behind each film.
So, grab some popcorn, get comfortable, and get ready to plan your ultimate movie marathon—December 2025 is going to be unforgettable!
Movie Releases in the First Week of December 2025
Kirik Party Remake
Genre: Campus Romantic Comedy
Starring: Kartik Aaryan
Release Date: December 1, 2025
Kartik Aaryan stars in the Bollywood remake of the popular 2016 Kannada film Kirik Party. The film is a campus romantic comedy. The original story follows a group of friends and their journey through college life, filled with romance, friendships, and a series of misadventures. This remake is expected to bring the same charm and youthful energy to the Hindi-speaking audience.
The Great Indian Kitchen Bollywood Remake
Genre: Social Drama
Starring: Sanya Malhotra
Release Date: December 1, 2025
Sanya Malhotra leads this Hindi remake of the critically acclaimed 2021 Malayalam film The Great Indian Kitchen. The film is directed by Arati Kadav and is titled Mrs.. It tells the story of a newly-wed woman who must navigate and confront the deeply ingrained patriarchal traditions in her household. The film aims to highlight the unseen labor and challenges women face, making it a powerful and thought-provoking watch.
Mysaa
Genre: Action, Thriller
Starring: Rashmika Mandanna
Release Date: December 1, 2025
Rashmika Mandanna takes on a fierce new avatar in the pan-India action thriller Mysaa. Directed by debutant Rawindra Pulle, the film is a high-budget project with a powerful, female-led narrative. The plot is an action-packed, emotional thriller set in the world of the Gond tribes. Rashmika will be seen in a transformative role as a Gond tribal woman, a performance she has described as her most intense yet.
3 Days 4 Nights in Bihar
Genre: Comedy
Starring: Sharman Joshi, Ruslaan Mumtaz
Release Date: December 3, 2025
Directed by Abhishek Dogra, this comedy film promises a fun and chaotic adventure. The plot follows three “spoilt rich wayward dudes” as they blunder their way through a nightmarish vacation in Bihar. With a cast known for their comedic timing, this film is guaranteed to be a hilarious ride with a series of mishaps and funny moments.
Dhurandhar
Genre: Spy, Action, Thriller
Starring: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt
Release Date: December 5, 2025
From the director of Uri: The Surgical Strike, Aditya Dhar, comes a new spy action thriller, Dhurandhar. The film features an impressive ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh and Sanjay Dutt, alongside R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Akshaye Khanna. The plot is a high-stakes intelligence operation inspired by real-life incidents and covert operations of the RAW, blending patriotism with intense action sequences.
Return Of Tarzan
Genre: Adventure
Starring: Hemant Birje, Nidhi Sharma
Release Date: December 6, 2025
The legendary character of Tarzan is set to return to the Indian screen in this adventure film. While specific plot details are limited, the movie stars Hemant Birje, who is known for his earlier portrayal of the character. Fans can look forward to a new adventure as Tarzan swings back into action in this revival of a classic story.
Movie Releases in the Second Week of December 2025
Black Rose
Genre: Drama (Tentative)
Starring: Amit Gupta, Jayshankar Tripathi
Release Date: December 8, 2025
While details about this film are scarce, Black Rose is set for a theatrical release in early December. The cast includes Amit Gupta and Jayshankar Tripathi. Based on the title and a few early reports, it is expected to be a dramatic film. Keep an eye out for more details as the release date approaches!
Bull
Genre: Action, Drama
Starring: Shahid Kapoor
Release Date: December 8, 2025
Shahid Kapoor stars in this full-blown action drama directed by Aditya Nimbalkar. The film’s plot revolves around India’s paratroopers on the battlefield and promises to be an intense and gripping military tale. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, Bull is expected to be a raw and powerful cinematic experience centered on bravery and patriotism.
Rambo
Genre: Action
Starring: Tiger Shroff
Release Date: December 9, 2025
Tiger Shroff takes on the role of a lifetime in the official Bollywood remake of the Hollywood classic Rambo. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film will follow the same premise as the original, with Tiger Shroff in the role of a highly skilled commando. Fans can expect jaw-dropping stunts, high-octane action, and a unique take on the iconic character.
Mrs Falani
Genre: Drama
Starring: Swara Bhaskar
Release Date: December 10, 2025
Swara Bhaskar stars in the drama film Mrs Falani, which is directed by Manish Kishore and Madhukar Verma. While the specific plot details have been kept under wraps, the movie promises to be a powerful, character-driven story. With a talented actress like Swara Bhaskar in the lead, it’s a film that is sure to deliver a compelling performance.
Takht
Genre: Historical Drama
Starring: Ranveer Singh, Vicky Kaushal, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Alia Bhatt, Anil Kapoor, Bhumi Pednekar, Janhvi Kapoor
Release Date: December 11, 2025
Karan Johar directs this grand historical drama set in the Mughal era. The plot focuses on the infamous rivalry between Mughal emperor Shah Jahan’s sons, Dara Shukoh (Ranveer Singh) and Aurangzeb (Vicky Kaushal). The film is a saga of power, ambition, and greed, chronicling Aurangzeb’s ruthless quest to seize the throne from his liberal and favored elder brother. With a massive star cast and a story rooted in real history, Takht is poised to be a cinematic masterpiece.
Sardar 2
Genre: Spy, Action, Thriller
Starring: Karthi, S. J. Suryah, Malavika Mohanan
Release Date: December 14, 2025
This much-anticipated Tamil-language film is a sequel to the 2022 spy thriller Sardar. Directed by P. S. Mithran, the film sees Karthi reprising his role as agent Sardar Chandra Bose. The sequel is touted as Karthi’s most expensive film to date and promises a bigger and more relevant conflict than the first installment. Over 40% of the film was shot in international locations like Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, and S. J. Suryah joins the cast as the main antagonist.
Movie Releases in the Third Week of December 2025
Badhaai Ho 2
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Starring: Ayushmann Khurrana
Release Date: December 15, 2025
This film is a spiritual sequel to the 2018 hit Badhaai Ho. While the 2022 film Badhaai Do was also a sequel, this new project is reportedly bringing back the original essence with Ayushmann Khurrana in the lead. The film is expected to follow a unique and humorous social premise, much like the first film, promising another round of laughs and heartwarming moments.
Super Dhamaal.com
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Starring: Rajpal Yadav, Om Puri, Shakti Kapoor
Release Date: December 15, 2025
The Dhamaal franchise is back with its comedic shenanigans in Super Dhamaal.com. The plot revolves around three friends who lock themselves in a police station to escape a mob they have cheated. The chaos escalates when a missing truck full of cash and gold becomes part of the mix. The film promises more of the hilarious misunderstandings and slapstick humor that the series is known for.
Bal Shivaji
Genre: Drama, Biopic
Starring: Akash Thosar
Release Date: December 18, 2025
Directed by National Award-winning director Ravi Jadhav, Bal Shivaji is a biographical film on the early life of the great Maratha king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The film focuses on Shivaji’s journey as a young boy and his transformation into a great leader. With Akash Thosar in the lead, the film is set to be a powerful and inspiring story of valor and leadership.
Bedhadak
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring: Shanaya Kapoor, Gurfateh Pirzada, Lakshya Lalwani
Release Date: December 20, 2025
Produced by Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, Bedhadak marks the much-awaited Bollywood debut of Shanaya Kapoor. The romantic drama also stars Gurfateh Pirzada and Lakshya Lalwani. Directed by Shashank Khaitan, the film is a modern-day love triangle that explores the complexities of relationships, promises a captivating narrative and fresh on-screen chemistry.
Movie Releases in the Fourth Week of December 2025
Chaurahen – Crossroads
Genre: Drama
Starring: Zeenat Aman, Roopa Ganguly, Soha Ali Khan, Kiera Chaplin, Victor Banerjee
Release Date: December 22, 2025
Chaurahen – Crossroads is a drama film directed by Rajshree Ojha. It is based on four short stories by renowned Hindi novelist Nirmal Verma and features three interwoven stories connected by themes of love, life, and loss. The vignettes are set in three different Indian cities and explore the lives of an adulterous couple in Kolkata, a family dealing with the loss of a son in Kochi, and a young man in Mumbai dealing with memories of his ancestral home.
Chakda Xpress
Genre: Biopic, Sports Drama
Starring: Anushka Sharma
Release Date: December 22 2025
Directed by Prosit Roy, Chakda Xpress is a Bollywood biographical drama inspired by the life of former Indian cricket captain Jhulan Goswami. The film traces her glorious journey as one of the fastest female pacers in the history of world cricket. It highlights the countless challenges she faced from misogynistic politics to fulfill her dream of playing cricket for India.
Alpha
Genre: Spy, Action, Thriller
Starring: Alia Bhatt, Sharvari Wagh, Bobby Deol
Release Date: December 25, 2025
Alpha is the seventh installment in the YRF Spy Universe and the first female-led film in the franchise. Directed by Shiv Rawail, the film stars Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh as spies, with Bobby Deol reportedly playing the antagonist. The film is expected to be a high-octane spy thriller with globe-trotting missions and intense stunts. It is planned to be released in three languages, and a cameo by Hrithik Roshan as Major Kabir Dhaliwal is rumoured.
Love & War
Genre: Romantic Drama
Starring: Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal
Release Date: December 25, 2025
Sanjay Leela Bhansali directs this dramatic love triangle set against a war backdrop. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal as two army officers in a “tug-of-war” for their love interest, played by Alia Bhatt. The film is currently being shot in Mumbai.
Haunted: Ghosts Of The Past
Genre: Horror Starring: Mimoh Chakraborty, Gaurav Bajpai
Release Date: December 27, 2025
From director Vikram Bhatt, known for his horror films, comes Haunted: Ghosts Of The Past. The movie is a horror film featuring Mimoh Chakraborty and Gaurav Bajpai in the lead roles. The plot involves a young real estate agent who is assigned to sell a haunted mansion and must uncover its dark past to stop the events that cursed it.
Movie Releases in the Fifth Week of December 2025
Tariq
Genre: Action, Drama, Patriotic
Starring: John Abraham, Rukmini Maitra
Release Date: December 29, 2025
Tariq is an action drama and thriller film directed by Arun Gopalan. The movie, starring John Abraham, is based on a true story with a patriotic theme. The high-budget project was produced by John Abraham’s own production company, JA Entertainment.
Conclusion
A variety of diverse and thrilling films will be provided for your entertainment throughout the holiday season of December 2025. From the grand historical epic Takht and the spy action of Alpha to the compelling biopics and heartfelt dramas, there’s a movie for every cinephile. Which of these upcoming releases are you most excited to watch on the big screen? Let us know in the comments below!
Reference Note:
Some information in this article has been curated using details from Filmibeat’s December 2025 Bollywood Movies List to ensure accuracy and completeness.
