Bollywood watchers know the calendars are already circled; 2025 is gearing up to shake the industry with offbeat pairings and films that refuse to play by genre rules. Whether it’s heart-racing action, quiet romance, or drama that raises the stakes, every project plans to pack untested chemistry and a storytelling jolt. With stars sliding into daring new roles—and combinations built purely on curiosity—here are the standout titles and energetic duos to mark as must-see next year.
Rajkummar Rao & Manushi Chhillar—Maalik
Releasing: 11th July 2025
Maalik plunges into the rough world of village politics, turning Rajkummar into a ruthless gang leader and Manushi into the woman who both loves and challenges him. Their clash of strength and vulnerability gives the gritty actioner its emotional backbone, proving that power struggles are never just about power.
Aditya Roy Kapur & Sara Ali Khan—Metro… In Dino 2
Release Date: 4th July 2025
The sequel continues the signature city beat and bittersweet tone, following couples as hopes and harsh realities collide in daily life. As their paths cross onscreen for the first time, Aditya and Sara breathe effortless honesty into every small moment, capturing what it really means to love—and sometimes lose—in the modern world.
Ajay Devgn & Mrunal Thakur—Son of Sardaar 2
Release Date: 25 July 2025
Expected to be one of 2025’s biggest laughs, this action-comedy sequel offers massive stunts, loud family feuds, and joke-stuffed scenes. Devgn swaggers back into the lead while Mrunal stays real and relatable, giving the modern pair a tasty blend of crowd-pleasing star power and everyday appeal.
Sidharth Malhotra & Janhvi Kapoor—Param Sundari
Release Date: 25 July 2025
Set against dreamy vintage backdrops, Param Sundari is a sweeping love letter to forgotten romances and sweeping vintage backdrops. Sidharth’s brooding elegance and Janhvi’s sparkling freshness collide, weaving a tale of longing, honor, and scandal that feels both classic and delightfully current.
Tiger Shroff, Harnaaz Sandhu & Sonam Bajwa—Baaghi 4
Release Date: 5 September 2025
The fourth chapter in the Baaghi saga cranks the intensity to eleven as Tiger leaps back into frame with sheer fury, joined by Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu and Punjabi dynamo Sonam Bajwa. Look for jaw-dropping stunts, globe-trotting locales, and plot twists you won’t see coming; the crackling chemistry between this fresh trio could well redefine the series.
Adivi Sesh & Mrunal Thakur—Dacoit
Arriving in theaters: 25 December 2025
Set against India’s harsh, dusty terrain, Dacoit promises hard-hitting action and raw drama. Yet beneath the gunfire beats a haunting love story, brought to life by the fresh pairing of Adivi Sesh and Mrunal Thakur. As their eyes clash and hearts collide, the film’s visuals blaze with fire and the narrative trembles with love, loss, and defiance.
