Diwali box-office dhamaka: 5 releases to watch out for
Diwali 2025 promises a cinematic treat with five exciting releases spanning action, romance, horror-comedy, and drama. From Netflix to theatres, viewers can enjoy Greater Kalesh, Thamma, Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, Bhagwat Chapter 1, and Baaghi 4. Each film offers unique festive entertainment, catering to every movie lover’s taste.
Curated by :
Gayatri Rani
October 15, 2025 / 21:01 IST
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Movie buffs have a lot to look forward to as Diwali is just a few days away. The festive lineup is jam-packed with entertainment, featuring everything from high-octane action thrillers to comedy-drama and horror-comedies. Take a look at 5 exciting titles to look forward.
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Greater Kalesh Ahsaas Channa headlines Greater Kalesh, marking her Netflix film debut with this heartwarming family dramedy. The narrative centres on a peculiar family in Bangalore and how Diwali highlights their shared love and chaos. The film promises to be a wholesome festive viewing experience, as it is witty, affectionate, and incredibly genuine. Greater Kalesh will be available for streaming on Netflix from October 17.
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Thamma Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui star in the horror-comedy Thamma, which was directed by Aditya Sarpotdar. The trailer and catchy music have already drawn attention to the film, which combines humour with supernatural thrills. It will bring some spooky fun to the Diwali celebrations when it opens in theatres on October 21.
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Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa first appear together in this intense romantic comedy, which was directed by Milap Milan Zaveri. Romance lovers will enjoy this treat, which explores love, passion, and obsession. On October 21, the movie opens in theatres.
Bhagwat Chapter 1 Bhagwat Chapter 1: Raakshas, a compelling crime thriller centered on the case of a missing girl, stars Arshad Warsi and Jitendra Kumar. Watch out for this Zee5 original, which features two formidable performers in a single frame. The streaming starts on October 17.
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Baaghi 4 Tiger Shroff's Baaghi 4 is set to launch digitally on Prime Video on October 17th, following a triumphant theatrical run. The action entertainer is ideal for thrill-seekers because of its powerful stunts and nuanced emotional content.
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Dude This Tamil-language romantic action comedy film follows childhood friends Agan and Kural are inseparable. When Kural encounters romantic troubles, Agan must balance his hidden feelings for her with his desire to ensure her happiness. The film will hit the theatres on October 17.
