From Cocktail 2 to Drishyam 3: 5 Long-Awaited Bollywood Sequels Finally Releasing This Year

Directed by Homi Adajania and written by Luv Ranjan, this much-anticipated sequel stars Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna, and Kriti Sanon in lead roles. The film delves into modern relationships, exploring emotional complexities through new characters who navigate contemporary challenges, while revisiting familiar themes of love, friendship, and heartbreak that made the original so memorable.

Pati Patni Aur Woh 2 stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Rakul Preet Singh in lead roles and is now slated to release on May 15 after being postponed from its original March 4 date due to production delays. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, who also helmed the first installment, the film promises a fun blend of romance, comedy, and chaotic marital complications, staying true to the franchise’s signature entertaining vibe.

Dhamaal 4, the fourth instalment of the beloved comedy franchise, is all set to hit theatres on July 3, 2026. Directed by Indra Kumar, the film promises to bring back its signature chaos and humor with returning stars Ajay Devgn, Riteish Deshmukh, Arshad Warsi, and Jaaved Jaaferi. Joining them is a strong supporting cast including Sanjay Mishra, Ravi Kishan, Vijay Patkar, Esha Gupta, Sanjeeda Shaikh, Anjali Anand, and Upendra Limaye, ensuring a fun-filled entertainer packed with madness and laughter.

Drishyam 3 marks the gripping final chapter of the franchise, with Ajay Devgn returning as Vijay Salgaonkar. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film is set to release on October 2 and will see the return of the core cast, including Tabu, Shriya Saran, and Rajat Kapoor. The Hindi series continues to be an official remake of the original Malayalam franchise starring Mohanlal, whose Drishyam 3 is slated for release on May 21, coinciding with his birthday.

The much-awaited sequel Awarapan 2 will see Emraan Hashmi reprise his iconic role as Shivam, bringing back the intensity fans have long been waiting for. Initially slated for an April 3 release, the film has now reportedly been postponed to the Independence Day weekend. The excitement around the sequel is already sky-high, with Awarapan trending heavily on social media and emerging as the most anticipated film of the year.