Diwali 2025 Bollywood Theatrical and OTT Releases: Thamma, Bhagwat Chapter 1, Most Anticipated Movies, Series

Mahayoddha Rama 3D is an upcoming mythological drama directed by Raizada Rohit Jaising Vaid, starring Kunal Kapoor and Mouni Roy, with Jimmy Shergill and Gulshan Grover in key roles. The film retells the story of Lord Ram’s journey from a noble prince to a warrior of righteousness, portraying his battles against evil and his meeting with Princess Sita. Produced by Contiloe Pictures, the movie is set to release in theaters this Diwali on October 17, 2025.

Thama is a horror-comedy film directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna, and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Amar Kaushik under Maddock Films. The story follows a historian who awakens an ancient vampire and becomes one himself, leading to a forbidden love tangled in myth, revenge, and humor. The film is set to release in theaters on October 21, 2025.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat is an intense romantic drama directed by Milap Milan Zaveri, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa in their first on-screen pairing. Blending passion, heartbreak, and obsession, the film explores the raw emotions of love with Zaveri’s trademark intensity. Produced by Anshul Garg under Desi Music Factory and co-produced by Raghav Sharma, the film releases this Diwali on October 21, 2025.

Bhagwat Chapter 1: Raakshas is an upcoming series starring Jitendra Kumar and Arshad Warsi in the lead role. Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat follows a troubled cop battling his inner demons and anger issues as he investigates a chilling case of missing girls. His path collides with Sameer, a seemingly innocent lover, uncovering a dark mystery that ties their fates together. Starring Arshad Warsi, Jitendra Kumar, and Ayesha Kaduskar, the film is directed by Akshay Shere and produced by Jyoti Deshpande, premiering on October 17, 2025.

Actor Ahsaas Channa stars in the upcoming family drama Greater Kailash, directed by Aditya Chandiok and written by Ritu Mago. The Netflix film, releasing on October 17, follows Twinkle Handa’s quirky family as they navigate a chaotic Diwali. The first look shows Ahsaas eavesdropping with a worried expression, hinting at the film’s fun and heartfelt twists.

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