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Buzz before the box office IMDb maps India’s most awaited films of 2026
MUMBAI: Anticipation, it seems, has its own opening weekend. Long before the first trailer drops or tickets go on sale, film fans are already voting with their clicks, and IMDb’s newly released list of the Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2026 shows exactly where the excitement is building.
According to IMDb, the rankings are based on actual page views from more than 250 million monthly users worldwide, offering a rare, data-led snapshot of what audiences are most eager to watch. Topping the list is King, marking Shah Rukh Khan’s return to the big screen after nearly three years and a much-awaited reunion with director Siddharth Anand. Close behind is Ramayana Part 1, followed by Jana Nayagan, underlining how scale, mythology and star power continue to drive early buzz.
The top 20 list reflects India’s increasingly multilingual cinema appetite, spanning five languages. Hindi dominates with 10 titles, while Telugu claims five spots, Tamil three, and Malayalam and Kannada feature one film each. Beyond the top three, titles such as Spirit, Toxic and Battle of Galwan suggest audiences are gravitating towards intense dramas, action-heavy spectacles and real-world inspired narratives.
Star power clearly plays a role in sustaining curiosity. Several actors appear multiple times on the list, including Nayanthara, Yash, Sunny Deol, Prabhas, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Triptii Dimri. Their repeat presence hints at how fan loyalty often follows performers as much as projects.
Sequels and cinematic universes are another clear trend. Dhurandhar 2 and Border 2 tap into nostalgia, while films like Alpha, Benz and Shakti Shalini expand established cinematic universes, signalling that franchise storytelling remains a powerful draw.
While release dates and box-office fortunes will only unfold in time, IMDb’s list shows one thing clearly. In 2026, audience curiosity is already running high, and in an industry where attention is the first currency, these films are winning the race long before the lights dim in theatres.
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Dhurandhar returns to theatres worldwide on March 13 ahead of Dhurandhar The Revenge release
Jio Studios re-releases blockbuster across 500 screens globally before sequel
MUMBAI: The spy saga of Dhurandhar is gearing up for a big-screen encore before its next chapter arrives.
Ahead of the release of Dhurandhar The Revenge on March 19, Jio Studios and B62 Studios are bringing the original Dhurandhar back to cinemas worldwide in a rare international theatrical re-release.
The global blockbuster is returning across nearly 500 screens, including around 250 in India from March 12 and another 250 overseas beginning March 13.
For fans of the franchise, the move offers a chance to revisit the film that ignited the high-octane spy-action universe just days before the sequel lands in theatres. It also sets up a rare back-to-back big-screen experience, allowing audiences to relive the original before diving straight into the next chapter.
While re-releases of popular films are occasionally seen in India, international re-runs of Hindi films remain uncommon. The scale of the rollout reflects the growing global appetite for the franchise.
In North America alone, Dhurandhar will return to theatres across nearly 185 screens, highlighting the strong anticipation surrounding the upcoming sequel.
The excitement is set to build further with special Wednesday premiere shows of Dhurandhar The Revenge scheduled across the US and Canada on March 18, a day ahead of its global release. Many of these premieres will be hosted on premium large format screens, featuring wall-to-wall displays, immersive sound systems such as Dolby Atmos, enhanced projection and luxury seating.
These formats are typically reserved for major Hollywood event films, and early bookings suggest strong demand with several shows already sold out.
The recently released trailer of Dhurandhar The Revenge has also sparked buzz among exhibitors and trade circles, with expectations running high for the film’s international performance.
Dhurandhar The Revenge is written, directed and produced by Aditya Dhar. The film is produced by Jyoti Deshpande and Lokesh Dhar.
Jio Studios presents a B62 Studios production, an Aditya Dhar film.
The spy-action thriller will release worldwide on March 19, 2026, in five languages including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
The film arrives in theatres globally on the occasion of Gudi Padwa and Ugadi, just ahead of Eid, setting the stage for a festive box office run.
