IMDb's Top Picks: Most Awaited Films Releasing July To December 2025
Coolie: The Rajnikanth-starrer will release on August 14. The film delves into a man's relentless quest for vengeance since youth. (Image: IMDb)
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Mahavatar Narsimha: The animated mythological film revolves around the demon Hiranyakashyap seeking revenge on Vishnu. It will release on July 25. (Image: IMDb)
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