Bollywood Movies Releasing in January 2026: Ikkis, Border 2, Haunted: Ghosts of the Past 3D And More

Bollywood kicks off the new year on a powerful note with Ikkis, set to release in theatres on 1 January 2026. This compelling war biopic chronicles the extraordinary life of Second Lieutenant Arun Khetrapal, the youngest recipient of India’s highest military honour, the Param Vir Chakra. Directed by Sriram Raghavan, the film features Agastya Nanda in a commanding lead role alongside veteran legend Dharmendra. Set against the intense backdrop of the 1971 Indo-Pak war, Ikkis is a stirring tribute to bravery, sacrifice, and an unshakeable sense of duty.

Azad Bharath is an upcoming Hindi patriotic drama scheduled for release on 2 January 2026. The film explores India’s freedom struggle through the lesser-known yet inspiring story of freedom fighter Neera Arya and her courageous decision to join Subhas Chandra Bose’s Indian National Army (INA). Directed by Roopa Iyer, the movie features Shreyas Talpade as Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, with Roopa Iyer portraying Neera Arya. Promising to bring untold stories of bravery and sacrifice to the forefront, Azad Bharath aims to shed light on the unsung heroes of India’s fight for independence.

One Two Cha Cha Chaa is an upcoming Hindi-language comedy-adventure film set to release in India on 16 January 2026. Directed by Abhishek Raj and Rajneesh Thakur, the ensemble entertainer stars Ashutosh Rana, Lalit Prabhakar, and Anant V. Joshi and promises a vibrant mix of action, music, and laugh-out-loud chaos. The film follows two characters assigned to deliver a mysterious bag, only for their journey to spiral into hilarious confusion when an unpredictable “Chacha,” played by Ashutosh Rana, steals both the car and the bag, triggering a wild road trip filled with twists, misadventures, and organised chaos.

Mayasabha: The Hall of Illusion, hitting theatres on 16 January 2026. Directed by Tumbbad filmmaker Rahi Anil Barve, this psychological thriller promises an immersive, atmospheric dive into mystery and the human psyche. Starring Jaaved Jaaferi, Veena Jamkar, Deepak Damle, and Mohammad Samad, the film blurs the lines between illusion and reality, keeping audiences gripped throughout.

Rahu Ketu is a Hindi fantasy comedy releasing in theatres on 16 January 2026. Directed by Fukrey writer Vipul Vig, the film follows two clueless characters, Rahu and Ketu, who magically come to life from a writer’s notebook and get caught in a chaotic adventure involving a clever woman and a drug mafia, turning them into unlikely heroes.

Bihu Attack is an upcoming Bollywood action-thriller set for theatrical release on 16 January 2026. Directed by Suzad Iqbal Khan, the film unfolds against a patriotic backdrop in Assam and follows Raj Kunwar, a fearless court marshal played by Dev Menaria. As Kunwar works to bring local militant groups into the mainstream through dialogue rather than force, a dangerous terrorist conspiracy begins to take shape, aiming to strike during the Bihu Festival, a major cultural celebration attended by the Defence Minister setting the stage for a tense, high-stakes showdown.

Bringing the month to a rousing close is Border 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 1997 war classic. Directed by Anurag Singh, the film features a powerful ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty. Packed with patriotic fervour and high-octane action, the war drama is slated for a Republic Day weekend release in January 2026, a strategic choice that heightens its emotional impact. Border 2 seeks to honour battlefield bravery while carrying forward the legacy of its iconic predecessor on a grand cinematic scale.

Human Cocaine is an upcoming Hindi-language dark psychological thriller slated for theatrical release on 30 January 2026. The story follows Arjun, a struggling cab driver in the UK, who agrees to deliver a seemingly simple parcel for £25,000 in a desperate attempt to reunite with his estranged family, only to find himself caught in a deadly world where humans are used as drug carriers. The film stars Pushkar Jog in the lead role, alongside Ishita Raj, Siddhanth Kapoor, and Zakir Hussain.

Haunted 3D: Ghosts of the Past is an upcoming Hindi supernatural horror film set to release in India on 30 January 2026. Directed by Vikram Bhatt, the film serves as a spiritual sequel to the 2011 hit Haunted – 3D and stars Mahaakshay Chakraborty and Chetna Pande in the lead roles. Known for its eerie 3D effects and paranormal themes, the story follows a couple who move into a haunted mansion, only to uncover chilling secrets tied to past lives, greed, betrayal, and restless spirits, promising a spine-tingling cinematic experience.