Upcoming Movies Releases In Bollywood On (17 April): Toaster, Bhooth Bangla, And Many More

Bhooth Bangla (2026) is one of the most anticipated Bollywood releases, bringing back the iconic duo of Akshay Kumar and director Priyadarshan after 14 years. Set to release on April 17, 2026, with paid previews starting the night before, this fantasy horror-comedy is set in Mangalpur and follows Arjun Acharya, who inherits a haunted ancestral palace and decides to host his sister’s wedding there despite warnings of a curse by a supernatural entity named Vadhusur, leading to chaotic and spooky events. The film features a strong ensemble cast including Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, and comedy legends Paresh Rawal, Rajpal Yadav, and Asrani.

The term Toaster now also refers to an upcoming Hindi-language dark comedy releasing on Netflix on April 15, 2026, starring Rajkummar Rao and Sanya Malhotra. The film follows Ramakant, a stingy man obsessed with retrieving an expensive toaster he gifted at a wedding that gets abruptly called off, leading him and his wife into a chaotic chain of events filled with crime and dark humor. Featuring a strong supporting cast including Archana Puran Singh and Abhishek Banerjee, the film marks the debut production of KAMPA Films, founded by Rajkummar Rao and Patralekhaa.

Do Deewane Seher Mein is a contemporary romantic drama starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur, expected to premiere on Netflix on April 17, 2026, following its theatrical release on February 20, 2026. Set in a bustling modern city, the film tells the story of two misfits who feel out of place in the fast-paced urban world; when their paths cross, they form a deep and unexpected bond, helping each other navigate personal insecurities and the pressures of city life, offering a refreshing take on modern love beyond the typical romance formula.

Matka King is a highly anticipated web series starring Vijay Varma, set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 17, 2026. Directed by Nagraj Manjule, the drama is set in 1960s Mumbai and follows the gripping fictional journey of an ordinary man who rises to power as the ‘Matka King’ in the world of betting. Featuring a strong cast including Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, and Gulshan Grover, the series dives deep into the dark underbelly of gambling, crime, and power struggles in old Bombay.

Assi is an investigative courtroom drama starring Taapsee Pannu and directed by Anubhav Sinha, expected to stream on ZEE5 on April 17, 2026, following its theatrical release on February 20, 2026. The film features a strong ensemble cast including Kani Kusruti, Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, Kumud Mishra, and Naseeruddin Shah, and is expected to deliver a gripping narrative centered around legal battles, investigation, and social issues, though an official OTT release confirmation is still awaited.