From soulful romances to spine-tingling thrillers, Bollywood’s July lineup is tailor-made for your popcorn-filled theatre weekends. Whether you crave a love story, a nail-biting mystery, or a dose of lighthearted laughter, here’s what’s lighting up the big screens this month:
4 July: Metro In Dino
Anurag Basu returns with a heartfelt ode to urban love, following up his acclaimed Life in a… Metro. Starring Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, and Neena Gupta, the film explores the chaos, heartbreak, and serendipity of finding love amid city lights.
11 July: Maalik
Rajkummar Rao and Huma Qureshi step into a world of deception and ambition in this gritty thriller. Expect layered storytelling, taut suspense, and a power-packed face-off as characters navigate a world built on betrayal.
11 July: Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan
Vikrant Massey takes on the role of a blind musician whose world shifts when he meets Shanaya Kapoor’s theatre artist. Inspired by Ruskin Bond’s The Eyes Have It, the film promises an emotional journey about connection, art, and the senses we often overlook.
18 July: Nikita Roy
Sonakshi Sinha leads this supernatural thriller as a rational investigator who finds herself entangled in a chilling case that tests her beliefs. With Jackie Shroff, Boman Irani, Anupam Kher, and Paresh Rawal, the film blends mystery with layered character drama.
18 July: Tanvi The Great
Helmed by Anupam Kher, who also stars, this poignant drama introduces Shubhangi Dutt as an autistic young woman on a mission to complete her late father’s dream of reaching Siachen. The film, praised after its Cannes showcase, is a tale of resilience and hope.
25 July: Param Sundari
Get ready for a laughter-filled culture clash as Janhvi Kapoor and Sidharth Malhotra find romance in the scenic backwaters of Kerala. This Maddock Films rom-com promises colorful visuals, playful banter, and a warm-hearted love story.
July’s Bollywood roster is ready to sweep you off your feet with romance, thrills, laughter, and inspiration—perfect companions for the monsoon mood. Mark your dates, book your tickets, and let the stories unfold on the big screen.
By Sulagna Kar