As 2026 approaches, the cinematic landscape is brimming with highly anticipated releases spanning genres and languages. From action-packed thrillers to mythological epics, here are ten of the most eagerly awaited films set to hit screens in 2026:

1. Dhurandhar 2: Following the success of "Dhurandhar", the sequel is slated to release on March 19, 2026. Directed by Aditya Dhar, the film sees Ranveer Singh reprising his role as an undercover intelligence officer. The movie also stars Arjun Rampal, Sanjay Dutt, R. Madhavan, and Rakesh Bedi. Rakesh Bedi has indicated his character will have a more significant impact in the sequel. The film will be released in Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, aiming for a pan-India audience.

2. Ramayana Part 1: Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, this mythological epic features a stellar cast including Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, Sai Pallavi as Sita, and Yash as Ravana. Sunny Deol will be playing Hanuman and Ravi Dubey as Lakshman. With music by A.R. Rahman and Hans Zimmer, "Ramayana Part 1" is slated for a Diwali 2026 release. The film will be released in two parts, with the second installment expected in Diwali 2027.

3. King: Starring Shah Rukh Khan, "King" is directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Red Chillies Entertainment and Marflix Pictures. The film is described as a "slick, high-octane action entertainer". It also features Shah Rukh's daughter, Suhana Khan, marking her theatrical debut. Deepika Padukone is also part of the cast. "King" is expected to be released in 2026.

4. Border 2: A sequel to the 1997 film "Border", this war drama is directed by Anurag Singh. The film, which revolves around the Battle of Longewala during the 1971 Indo-Pak war, is slated to release on January 23, 2026. The cast includes Sunny Deol, Sonam Bajwa, Diljit Dosanjh, Varun Dhawan, and Ahan Shetty.

5. Drishyam 3: Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar in the third installment of this thriller franchise. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film also stars Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, and Jaideep Ahlawat. "Drishyam 3" promises a gripping conclusion to the suspense saga and is expected to release on October 2, 2026.

6. Avengers: Doomsday: The Multiverse Saga of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is set to conclude with "Avengers: Doomsday". The Russo Brothers are reportedly returning as directors, with Robert Downey Jr. potentially playing the role of Doctor Doom. The film is scheduled for release on December 18, 2026.

7. Spider-Man: Brand New Day: Tom Holland is expected to return as Spider-Man in this fourth installment, joined by Zendaya and Jacob Batalon. Newcomers Sadie Sink and Tramell Tillman, along with MCU mainstays Mark Ruffalo and Jon Bernthal, are also part of the cast. The movie is anticipated to be a street-level crime story. The release date is set for July 31, 2026.

8. Dune: Messiah: Denis Villeneuve continues his adaptation of Frank Herbert's "Dune" with "Dune: Messiah". Timothée Chalamet is expected to reprise his role as Paul Atreides. The film is slated for release on December 18, 2026.

9. The Odyssey: Christopher Nolan is tackling Homer's epic poem with "The Odyssey," starring Matt Damon. The film is expected to be an epic adaptation. The release date is July 17, 2026.

10. Werwulf: Robert Eggers, known for his horror films, is directing "Werwulf," starring Lily-Rose Depp and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. The film is described as a Gothic horror set in 13th-century England. "Werwulf" is scheduled for release in December 2026.

These ten films represent just a fraction of the exciting cinematic offerings awaiting audiences in 2026. With a mix of franchise favorites and original stories, moviegoers have much to look forward to in the coming year.