9 upcoming theatrical releases of July 2025
9 upcoming theatrical releases of July 2025
June 26, 2025
From 'Maalik' to 'I Know What You Did Last Summer', here are nine upcoming theatrical releases of July 2025.
Maalik is a crime-thriller chronicling a man's (Rajkummar Rao) ascent from society's fringes to gangster dominance. The film is scheduled to release on July 11.
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Maalik
The romantic-drama featuring Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor explores the relationship between two visually impaired individuals. The movie is scheduled to release on July 11.
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Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan
Metro...In Dino arriving in theaters on July 4, depicts the myriad nuances of contemporary love in a city that never stops moving.
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Metro...In Dino
Set against the backdrop of youth, rebellion, and love, Saiyaara-releases on July 11. The film marks the acting debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda.
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Saiyaara
Ajay Devgn is back with his signature charm and swagger in the action-packed sequel. The film also features Mrunal Thakur and is scheduled to release on July 25.
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Son of Sardaar 2
Releasing on July 18, Tanvi The Great tells the inspiring story of Tanvi Raina, a young woman with autism. It also stars Anupam Kher.
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Tanvi The Great
Releasing on July 25, Fantastic 4 reboot shows Marvel's first superheroes defending the Earth from Galactus and his mysterious Herald, the Silver Surfer-all while holding onto the bond that makes them a family.
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Fantastic 4
When Papa Smurf is mysteriously kidnapped by the evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette-voiced by global icon Rihanna-leads the Smurfs on a daring rescue mission. Smurfs releases on July 18.
Smurfs
The film releasing on July 18, revives the classic slasher spirit with a modern twist. A group of five friends find their darkest secret resurfacing as they are hunted by a mysterious figure.
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