The year 2026 promises to be a blockbuster for Bollywood fans, with several high-budget films lined up to dominate the box office. Following the success of Dhurandhar in 2025, the upcoming year features six major releases with a combined production budget of approximately Rs2,080 crore, signaling a wave of grand-scale cinematic experiences.
Topping the list is Ramayan, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and directed by Nitesh Tiwari, renowned for Dangal. Reports indicate that Rs900 crore has already been spent on the first installment, with the entire franchise estimated at Rs4,000 crore. Ramayan is scheduled to release during Diwali, promising a visually spectacular and culturally significant experience for audiences.
Next is Shah Rukh Khan’s King, a film with an estimated Rs300 crore budget. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the film is notable for pairing Shah Rukh Khan on-screen with his daughter, Suhana Khan, for the first time.
Third on the list is Dhurandhar 2, featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead role. Scheduled for release on March 19, the film carries a budget of approximately Rs250 crore and aims to capitalize on the success of its predecessor.
Border 2, starring Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and Diljit Dosanjh, follows closely with a release date of January 23 and a production cost of Rs230 crore.
Finally, two films share the fifth spot: Salman Khan’s Battle of Galwan and Love and War, featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt. Both films reportedly have budgets near Rs200 crore, promising high-octane entertainment and star power.
With massive budgets, ensemble casts, and ambitious production scales, these releases are set to generate immense excitement in the industry. Bollywood audiences can expect a thrilling cinematic year in 2026, with films offering action, drama, cultural narratives, and family entertainment on an unprecedented scale.
