There's A Lot To Be Excited About! 27 Highly Anticipated Indian Movies Of 2024 That Look Promising

It has been quite a year for Indian movies so far. While several highly anticipated movies didn't live up to the expectations (like Prabhas' Adipurush or Salman Khan's Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan), there were others like Jawan and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani that caused havoc at the box office. We are just one month away from 2024, and there are many movies that can still make a mark.

Most anticipated Indian movies releasing in 2024

The next year, meanwhile, looks quite promising. Here is a list of highly anticipated upcoming Indian movies releasing in the year 2024 that we hope live up to our expectations.

1. Main Atal Hoon

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The man who won a National Award in 2023 for Mimi is all set to enthrall the audiences by playing the lead roles in Main Atal Hoon, a biopic on the life of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, who served three terms as the 10th Prime Minister of India. In the released poster, Tripathi looks like a replica of ex-PM, and we cannot wait to see him ace another role to perfection.

Release Date: January 29

2. Tiger VS Pathaan

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After so many years, we will finally see Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan together playing full-fledged roles. In this upcoming movie for the YRF cinematic universe, Siddharth Anand known for Bang Bang, War, and Pathaan will once again don the director's hat. While the release date has not been announced yet, the shooting will reportedly begin in 2023.

Release Date: Yet to be announced

3. Sitare Zameen Par

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After Taare Zameen Par, the film that brought tears to everyone's eyes and addressed the stigma associated with dyslexia, Aamir Khan is back with another similar movie. The only difference as Aamir himself said is this one will make you smile.

Release Date: Yet-to-be announced

4. Baiju Bawra

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After planning for 20 years, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is all set to give us a cinematic experience that will stay with us for a long time. The film that was announced in 2019 was halted for a few years, and now it seems it is back on track. It is said that SLB has roped in Ranveer Singh after considering Kartik Aaryan and Ranbir Kapoor. Furthermore, it is said that Alia Bhatt will play the female lead and Nayanthara will also be seen in a cameo role. The cast hasn't been finalised as of yet. Here's what Bhansali's Baiju Bawra is about.

Release Date: Yet-to-be-announced

5. Hera Pheri 3

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After a long wait, the epic comedy movie will return with a new installment in 2024. Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal will make a comeback as Raju, Ghanshyam and Babu bhaiya. Are you ready for a laughter riot?

Release Date: End of 2023

6. Chandu Champion

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Starring Kartik Aaryan in the titular role, another highly anticipated indian movies of 2024 is a biopic on a war hero and India's first Paralympics gold medalist Murlikant Petkar. Directed by Kabir Khan, the movie will narrate the heroic story of war veteran who survived nine bullet injuries.

Release Date: June 2024

7. Emergency

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Even if you don't agree with her political views, you would agree with the fact that Kangana Ranaut is a brilliant actress. While her last few films have bombed at the box office, her next film will likely make a mark. In Emergency, the Queen of Bollywood will star in the role of Indira Gandhi. In the released teaser, she has mastered her voice and mannerisms and fans already want to give her an award.

Release Date: Yet-to-be released

8. Fighter

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Directed by Pathaan fame Siddharth Anand and starring Deepika Padukone, Hrithik Roshan and Anil Kapoor, Fighter is the hailed as first movie in the planned aerial action franchise. Talking about the movie, the director had once said, "We have gone on a different level. The audience has not seen something like this before in India at all. It is something we have not attempted before. It's just impossible to make a film like this at the cost of which we are making it. It's not possible. Certain things we are exploring are really special. I can't talk about it as I want the people to see it when we launch the teaser. Hopefully, it will just blow their mind."

Release Date: January 25

9. Singham Again

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Rohit Shetty is bringing the characters of his cop universe together in this one and also introducing some new ones. Starring Deepika Padukone, Kareena Kapoor, Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Ranveer Singh and Arjun Kapoor, here are some of the exciting details about Singham Again, one of the highly anticipated Indian movies of 2024.

Release Date: Around Independence Day 2024

10. Don 3

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After Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh will play the role of gangster boss in Don 3. It is said that after SRK's exit, Priyanka Chopra has given her nod to star in the movie.

Release Date: yet-to-be-announced

11. Drishyam 3

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The Malayalam and Hindi versions of Drishyam 3 starring Mohanlal and Ajay Devgn respectively are slated to be released in 2024. Of course, the plot details have been kept under wraps to ensure an exceptional experience for the audience.

Release Date: yet-to-be-announced

12. Jee Le Zaraa

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The female-led road trip movie that was announced in 2019 is another highly anticipated indian movies of 2024 that has been delayed beyond expectation. There were rumours that Priyanka Chopra has backed out of the project but then Zoya Akhtar revealed that is not the case. Also starring Alia Bhatt and Katrina Kaif, the film might see the light of the day next year.

Release Date: To be announced

13. Pushpa 2: The Rule

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Ever since the first look of Pushpa 2: The Rule, which sees Allu Arjun in a saree and heavy makeup sporting bangles has been revealed, fans' excitement is on the rise. Here's more about Allu Arjun's drag look in Pushpa 2.

Release Date: August 15

14. Kantara A Legend Chapter-1

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Ever since the teaser of Rishab Shetty was unveiled, fans just cannot wait to witness the magic once again on the big screen. Here's everything you need to know about the Kantara prequel.

Release Date: 2024

15. Aashiqui 3

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While Kartik Aaryan has been confirmed as the lead in Aashiqui 3, which will be directed by Anurag Basu, rumours are rife that Tara Sutaria will play the female lead opposite him. Pritam, who has previously worked with Basu on movies like Gangster, Jagga Jasoos, Barfi, and Life in a... Metro among others will compose the music for Aashiqui 3.

Release Date: To be announced

16. Kalki 2898 AD

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Bringing together a stellar cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, and Dulquer Salmaan, the sci-fi dystopian drama which was earlier titled Project K, Kalki 2898 AD is already being hailed as the desi version of Dune and Star Wars. Here's the first glimpse of this highly anticipated Indian movie of 2024.

Release Date: January 12

17. The Immortal Ashwatthama

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Collaborating with The Uri: The Surgical Strike director Aditya Dhar, Vicky Kaushal will next be seen in a superhero trilogy with a mythological twist titled The Immortal Ashwatthama, one of the projects that he is most excited about. Also starring Sara Ali Khan and Pushpa star Allu Arjun, the movie is being hailed as a high-concept cinematic venture. Rumours are rife that Vicky has opted out of the project and Allu Arjun is also thinking about the same. It is said that the casting decision was made after Jio Studios took over the project. Amid the casting uncertainty, the fate of the film is hanging in the balance as of now.

Release Date: February 16

18. Love, Sex, Aur Dhokha 2

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More than a decade later, Dibakar Banerjee is coming with the sequel to Love, Sex, Aur Dhokha, which marked Rajkummar Rao's debut in the industry. While the first movie was about the MMS scandal, the second one is most likely about internet addiction and will revolve around a show like Bigg Boss.

Release Date: February 16

19. Bade Miyan Chote Miyan

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To be directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and starring Akshay Kumar, Manushi Chhillar, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Sonakshi Sinha and Tiger Shroff, Bade Miyan Chote Miyan is reportedly an action movie.

Release Date: April 10, 2024

20. Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

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Soon after the grand success of Kartik Aaryan and Kiara Advani starrer Bhool Bhulaiyaa, the makers announced the third movie in the installment. Another highly anticipated Indian movies of 2024, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 will definitely star Kartik Aaryan. Will Akshay Kumar be back in this one? Only time will tell.

Release Date: Diwali 2024

21. Stree 2

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The shooting of this horror comedy began in July 2023. Once again, Shraddha Kapoor, Rajkummar Rao, Aparshakti Khurrana and Pankaj Tripathi.

Release Date: August 2024

22. Metro in Dino

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Another highly anticipated movie of 2024, Metro In Dino just like the last one will explore contemporary relationships and will star Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neena Gupta, Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, Anupam Kher and Fatima Sana Shaikh. The film will be directed by Anurag Basu.

Release Date: March 29

23. Maidaan

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After being postponed for the seventh time, Ajay Devgn's Maidaan which is based on the life of legendary football coach Syed Abdul Rahim will likely be released in 2024.

24. Chaava

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Starring Vicky Kaushal with Rashmika Mandanna, Chaava is one of the highly anticipated movies of 2024. It is a historical drama based on Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, the son of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Further details about the movie have been kept under the wraps.

Release Date: December 6

25. Deva

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Starring Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde, the thrilling action-adventure movie will be directed by ace Malayalam director Rosshan Andrrews and will be produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur.

Release Date: October 11

Release Date: Dusshera

26. Yodha

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The Dharma Productions film stars Sidharth Malhotra and Disha Patani in lead roles. The movie's release date has been pushed five times already. Details about the plot have been kept under wraps. Talking about Yodha earlier, Sidharth had earlier shared, "As an artist, you would want to work on scripts that bring out the best in you. This truly unveiled a newer version of me, which I am very thankful for. The amount of love I have received from audiences and fans is magical. I can¡¯t wait to showcase what Yodha has for them." Helmed by Badhai Ho filmmaker Amit Ravindrenath Sharma, the movie also features Gajraj Rao and Boman Irani in pivotal roles.

Release Date: March 15, 2024

27. Tere Ishk Mein

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After Raanjhanaa, Dhanush and Aanand L Rai are collaborating once again for Tere Ishk Mein. The film is set in the world of Raanjhanaa. Sharing the promo, the makers wrote, "10 saal pehle ek aisi hi kahani mili thi humein... Kundan ki kahani. Dost tha mera, par jee naa saka... uska mood nahi tha jeena ka! Ab 10 saal baad phir ek kissa aaya hai; Kundan aur ye ladka ek se hi hain, bus iska mood duniya phoonk dene ka hai."

Release Date: June 22

These were the highly-anticipated Indian movies of 2024. Which one are you most excited for?

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