Bollywood’s 2025: A Year Of Sequels And Franchise Fever
MUMBAI – Bollywood is set to make 2025 a landmark year with an exciting lineup of sequels and franchise films. Here’s a look at the major releases:
Raid 2: Ajay Devgn reprises his role as IRS officer Amay Patnaik in this sequel to the 2018 crime thriller. Directed by Raj Kumar Gupta and featuring Vaani Kapoor, Ritesh Deshmukh, and Rajat Kapoor, the film promises another gripping tale of tax raids and corruption. ‘Raid 2’ releases on May 1, 2025, and is produced by Bhushan Kumar, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and others under T-Series and Panorama Studios.
Jolly LLB 3: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, and Huma Qureshi reunite for the third installment of the legal comedy-drama franchise. The film is expected to tackle contemporary legal issues with the franchise’s signature wit.
Housefull 5: The beloved comedy series continues with a star-studded cast, including Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, Riteish Deshmukh, Jacqueline Fernandez, and others. Directed by Tarun Mansukhani, the film hits theaters on June 6, 2025.
War 2: This action-packed sequel introduces Jr. NTR as the antagonist alongside Hrithik Roshan. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, ‘War 2’ promises spectacular stunts and visual effects, building on the success of the 2019 blockbuster.
Welcome to the Jungle: The third installment in the ‘Welcome’ series brings together Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Disha Patani, and others. Directed by Ahmed Khan, this chaotic comedy is expected to deliver another round of hilarious misadventures.
Son of Sardaar 2: Ajay Devgn returns for the sequel to the 2012 action-comedy. Directed by Vijay Kumar Arora, the film features extensive shoots in the UK and India and is produced under Devgn Films.
De De Pyaar De 2: Ajay Devgn, Rakul Preet Singh, and R. Madhavan star in this romantic comedy sequel, set to release on November 14, 2025. Directed by Anshul Sharma, the film explores unconventional relationships with humor and heart.
Don 3: Farhan Akhtar’s highly anticipated third installment features Ranveer Singh as the new Don, following in the footsteps of Shah Rukh Khan and Amitabh Bachchan. Known for its action and intrigue, the ‘Don’ series continues to captivate audiences.
Baaghi 4: Tiger Shroff returns in this darker and more intense sequel directed by A. Harsha. Set to release on September 5, 2025, the film adds a fresh layer to the action franchise.
Border 2: Sunny Deol reprises his iconic role in this sequel to the 1997 war epic. Directed by Anurag Singh and featuring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, the film releases on January 23, 2026.
Bollywood’s strategic embrace of sequels and franchises mirrors Hollywood’s approach, combining familiarity with innovation to draw audiences. With a mix of action, comedy, romance, and drama, 2025 promises a cinematic extravaganza catering to diverse tastes. Moviegoers can look forward to a year of unforgettable storytelling, star-studded casts, and entertainment that evolves Bollywood’s franchise era. (ANI)
