IMDb, the world’s leading source for movies, TV shows, and celebrity news, has unveiled its list of the Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2026, based on the page views of its over 250 million monthly visitors worldwide. Among hundreds of Indian film releases scheduled for next year, these 20 titles emerged as the most popular with IMDb users, reflecting the excitement and expectations of global audiences.
Topping the list is King, the much-awaited film marking Shah Rukh Khan’s return to the big screen after nearly three years. Fans are particularly eager for SRK’s reunion with director Siddharth Anand, generating significant buzz across social media and fan forums. Other highly anticipated titles include Ramayana Part 1, Jana Nayagan, Spirit, and Toxic, showcasing a mix of action, drama, mythology, and thriller genres.
The 2026 list spans five languages, highlighting the diversity of Indian cinema: ten films in Hindi, five in Telugu, three in Tamil, one in Malayalam, and one in Kannada. Several films feature major stars in multiple projects. Notable mentions include Nayanthara in Toxic and Patriot, Prabhas in Spirit and Fauzi, Ranbir Kapoor in Ramayana Part 1 and Love & War, and Alia Bhatt in Alpha and Love & War. These repeat appearances underline the growing anticipation for performances by India’s top talent.
The list also features two sequels Dhurandhar 2 and Border 2 as well as films expanding popular cinematic universes, including Alpha from the YRF Spy Universe, Benz from the Lokesh Cinematic Universe, and Shakti Shalini from the Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe. This trend demonstrates the increasing appeal of connected storylines and franchise-based cinema in India.
IMDb encourages fans to add these films to their IMDb Watchlist to receive alerts when release dates, trailers, or exclusive content become available. For more details, fans can visit the IMDb Most Anticipated of 2026 section at www.imdb.com/most-anticipated.
With such a diverse mix of sequels, franchises, and star-studded releases, the Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2026 promise a thrilling year for cinema enthusiasts, reflecting both the growing scale and the creative ambition of the Indian film industry.
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