August is shaping up to be nothing short of a celebration for cinema lovers. With a mix of big-screen spectacles and binge-worthy OTT releases, there is something for every kind of movie buff. While films
like Saiyaara, Son of Sardaar 2 and Dhadak 2 are already creating waves at the box office, the excitement doesn’t end there.
The month promises an exciting lineup of fresh releases across genres – thrillers, action dramas, romantic comedies and long-awaited sequels – dropping both in theatres and on streaming platforms. Here is a curated list of the most anticipated releases of the month:
1. Saare Jahan Se Accha – August 13 (Netflix)
Get ready for a gripping spy thriller starring Pratik Gandhi, Sunny Hinduja, Suhail Nayyar, Kritika Kamra, Tillotama Shome, Rajat Kapoor and Anup Soni. The story follows a determined Indian spy and his battle of wits with a clever enemy agent from across the border. Their mission? Outsmart each other to foil a dangerous nuclear plot.
2. Coolie – August 14 (Theatres)
Rajinikanth leads an all-star cast in this much-anticipated action drama, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj. Featuring Nagarjuna, Aamir Khan, Shruti Haasan, Upendra, Soubin Shahir and Sathyaraj, the film is produced by Kalanithi Maran under the Sun Pictures banner. Coolie is set to be one of the biggest theatrical releases of the year.
3. War 2 – August 14 (Theatres)
The War franchise returns with double the intensity. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 features a stellar ensemble – Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana. Expect high-octane action, slick visuals and major twists. Are you ready?
4. Param Sundari – August 29 (Theatres)
Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra team up for the first time in this romantic drama directed by Tushar Jalota. Backed by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, the intriguing posters have already caught everyone’s eye. Mark the date!
5. Wednesday Season 2 – August 6 (Netflix)
The wait is almost over! Jenna Ortega returns as the iconic Wednesday Addams in the much-loved Netflix series. Season 2 will drop in two parts – Part 1 on August 6 and Part 2 on September 3. Get ready for more mystery, mayhem and monochrome vibes.