Producers Slate: From YRF to Dharma, Here’s a Bird’s-Eye View of Their Upcoming Lineup

The Hindi film industry is currently riding high on the phenomenal success of “Dhurandhar 2”, which has turned into a box office sensation and is quickly moving towards becoming the highest-grossing Bollywood film of all time. Before that, we witnessed “Border 2” crossing the 300-crore mark in January, kickstarting the year on a promising note. With momentum firmly on its side, Bollywood’s leading production houses are gearing up with an expansive slate of films across genres and scales.

Bollywood’s top production companies such as Yash Raj Films, Dharma Productions, Maddock Films, T-Series and Excel Entertainment have an impressive lineup of movies in various stages of production. Here's a detailed look at what lies ahead for them: 

Note: The list also includes the projects that haven’t been announced yet but are surely in the making. These production companies might have many other projects in various stages of development that we might not be aware of. 

YASH RAJ FILMS: 

1. Alpha — Alia Bhatt, Sharvari, Bobby Deol and Anil Kapoor-starrer “Alpha” is the first female-led and seventh spy actioner overall in Yash Raj Films’ popular “Spy Universe”. The film takes forward the action-packed universe following the events in Hrithik Roshan's and Jr NTR’s “War 2”. After months-long rumours about its OTT release, the makers recently announced its theatrical arrival for July 10, 2026. 

2. Ahaan Panday’s Next — Following the massive commercial success of “Saiyaara”, YRF is turning the loverboy Ahaan into an action hero with Ali Abbas Zafar’s yet-untitled action romance film. Sharvari is paired opposite him, with “Nishaanchi” actor Aaishvary Thackeray playing the antagonist. The film begins shooting soon in Mumbai. 

3. Mohit Suri’s Next — YRF is not letting Mohit Suri go after the “Saiyaara” success and has signed him for another sweeping romance drama. He is currently writing the screenplay, with plans to begin shooting by the end of this year. Although Aditya Roy Kapur was rumoured to be starring in this film, the director has clarified that no actor is locked for it yet. 

4. Krrish 4 — Aditya Chopra will produce this film in collaboration with Rakesh Roshan’s Filmkraft Productions, with Hrithik Roshan starring as well as directing the film. The project is currently in the preparation stage but still far from locking the production timelines, as they are still deciding on several aspects of the VFX-heavy spectacle. Hrithik and Aditya are expected to finalize the production details soon, targeting a shoot from the last quarter of 2026. 

5. Ayushmann Khurrana's Next — YRF and Posham Pa Pictures are teaming up on a thriller drama starring Ayushmann in the lead. Details of the project are unknown yet, but sources say it will go on floors in the second half of this year. 

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DHARMA PRODUCTIONS 

1. Chand Mera Dil — Ananya Panday and Lakshya star in this romantic musical, directed by Vivek Soni, who has previously helmed love stories like “Meenakshi Sundareshwar” and “Aap Jaisa Koi”. As per IMDb, the film chronicles the intertwined lives of engineering students as they navigate academic challenges, forge relationships, and discover themselves in university. It’s scheduled to release in theatres on May 22, 2026. 

2. Naagzilla — Kartik Aaryan turns into an shape-shifting snake in this fantasy entertainer, directed by Mrigdeep Singh Lamba, best known for helming the superhit comedy film franchise "Fukrey". Shooting of this film was recently completed, targeting a theatrical release in the second half of this year. 

3. Lag Ja Gale — After “Good Newwz” and “Jug Jugg Jeeyo”, Raj Mehta is making an action comedy starring Lakshya, Tiger Shroff and Janhvi Kapoor in leading roles. Tiger reportedly plays an antagonist in this film. Shooting is half-done. 

4. Kuku Ki Kundali — Popular Youtuber Bhuvan Bam makes his theatrical debut with this Sharan Sharma-directed romantic comedy. He plays a hopeless romantic who finds his perfect love story hilariously upended when a complication in his Kundli sets off family chaos, comic confusion, and a heartfelt journey that tests his courage and his belief in destiny. Wamiqa Gabbi essays the female lead, with Manoj Pahwa, Geeta Agrawal, Suvinder Pal and Sapna Sand rounding out the ensemble cast. 

5. Horror Films — Dharma Productions is venturing into the horror genre again. The first project is a female-led horror thriller starring Miss India World 2022, Sini Shetty, and television actress Reem Shaikh in lead roles. “Undekhi” and “Bahut Hua Sammaan” director Ashish R. Shukla helms this project. Another one stars Aditya Roy Kapur, with Collin D’Cunha attached to direct. The latter is being defined as more of a slasher — a horror subgenre blending traditional horror elements with satire, absurdity, dark humour and over-the-top gore. 

6. Karan Johar’s Directorial — After “Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani", Karan is eyeing another directorial. Although he was initially supposed to helm an action love story, he has now changed his mind and is working on a family drama, believed to be along the lines of his classic 2001 film, “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham”. Currently in the writing stage, the film is expected to hit the floors next year. 

7. Ayushmann-Sara’s Spy Comedy Film — Dharma Productions and Sikhya Entertainment are teaming up on a spy comedy film starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan in leading roles. Aakash Kaushik, who’s known for writing films such as “Housefull 4”, “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 & 3”, and the upcoming “Bhoot Bangla”, makes his directorial debut with this project. The film is nearly finished and is expected to release in mid-2026.

Dharma Productions also has films with Shakun Batra and Kayoze Irani in the development stage.

T-SERIES

1. Pati Patni Aur Woh Do — This will be T-Series’ first theatrical release of the year following the massive box office success of Sunny Deol’s “Border 2”. The romantic comedy stars Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan and Wamiqa Gabbi in lead roles. The Mudassar Aziz directorial is set to release in cinemas on May 15, 2026.

2. Spirit — Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s much-awaited film features Prabhas in the role of a brutal but honest cop. Said to be more violent than his last blockbuster, “Animal”, the film features Triptii Dimri as the female lead. Shooting is underway, and the film will release in theatres on March 5, 2027. 

3. Dhamaal 4 — Indra Kumar’s comedy with Ajay Devgn is ready for release on Jul 3, 2026. 

4. Anurag Basu’s Next — Anurag’s musical romance starring Kartik Aaryan and Sreeleela is expected to release later this year. 

5. Fauzi — Prabhas plays a soldier in this pan-India Telugu period war-action drama set against a military backdrop in the 1940s. The film is currently in production and is eyeing a 2027 theatrical release.

6. Khosla Ka Ghosla 2 — A sequel to the critically acclaimed 2006 social comedy, “Khosla Ka Ghosla 2” stars Anupam Kher, Boman Irani, Ranvir Shorey, Parvin Dabas, Vinay Pathak, Tara Sharma and Ravi Kishan in lead roles. Directed by Prashant Bhagia, the film is scheduled to release on August 28, 2026. 

7. Milap Zaveri's Next — "Satyameva Jayate" director Milap Zaveri is reuniting with his "Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat" actor Harshvardhan Rane for a new action drama. The actor plays a cop in this yet-untitled film, also starring Akanshka Sharma as the female lead. Shooting is expected to begin around May-June.

MADDOCK FILMS

1. Cocktail 2 — Homi Adjania’s 2012 rom-com, "Cocktail", returns with a sequel, albeit with a fresh cast and story. Shahid Kapoor, Rashmika Mandanna and Kriti Sanon star in this Dinesh Vijan production, set to release on June 19, 2026. 

2. Nikam — Rajkummar Rao headlines this biographical drama based on the life of renowned public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, known for taking on some of the country’s most high-profile criminal cases. Directed by Avinash Arun, the film’s shooting is finished and will release in theatres later this year. 

3. Eetha — Shraddha Kapoor plays "Tamasha Queen" Vithabai Narayangaonkar in Laxman Utekar’s period drama. Randeep Hooda and Nana Patekar also feature in pivotal roles. 

4. Naomika Saran’s debut film — Dinesh Vijan launches Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia's granddaughter Naomika Saran with a romantic drama. Vedang Raina stars opposite her in this commercial love story, directed by Jagdeep Sidhu, celebrated for his blockbuster hits like "Qismat", “Qismat 2", "Shadaa", and “Jatt & Juliet 3". Shooting is underway. 

5. Shakti Shalini — “Saiyaara” actress Aneet Padda headlines Maddock Films’ next horror-comedy, directed by “Munjya”-fame Aditya Sarpotdar. Shooting has already commenced, and it’s expected to release early next year. 

6. Choomantar — 'Munjya' star Abhay Varma stars in this sci-fi comedy, directed by Tarun Dudeja, who helmed the female-led road trip film ‘Dhak Dhak’ in 2023. 

7. Mahavatar — In Maddock Films’ most ambitious upcoming film, Vicky Kaushal will play Lord Parshuram, one of the seven immortal beings in Hindu mythology. Amar Kaushik, who delivered the banner’s biggest blockbuster, “Stree 2", in 2024, is directing this VFX-led mythological action drama. Shooting is expected to commence in September 2026.

BALAJI MOTION PICTURES 

1. Bhooth Bangla — Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan join hands after 25 years for this horror-comedy. The trailer for the film has been well received, and it is expected to open in double digits at the box office upon its release on April 10.
2. Vvan: Force of the Forrest — Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia star in this “Kantara”-style folklore-driven thriller based on the Chhath festival. Directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Arunabh Kumar, the film marks the debut theatrical film production of The Viral Fever, best known for making popular Indian web shows such as “Panchayat,” “Gullak,” and “Kota Factory." Shooting has finished and is scheduled to release on August 28, 2026.
3. Ragini 3 — Ekta Kapoor is expanding the Ragini MMS franchise with its new installment set to be headlined by Tamannaah Bhatia and Junaid Khan. The threequal will focus more on the horror quotient than erotica. Shooting is supposed to begin in August 2026.
4. Heer Ranjha — After the cult romantic drama “Laila Majnu," Balaji Motion Pictures is teaming up with Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali for another sweeping romantic tale. Based on the classic Punjabi folk tragedy, “Heer Ranjha” will chronicle an intense love affair marked by familial opposition, forced separation, and an inevitable tragic ending. “Mismatched” fame Rohit Saraf is locked to play Ranjha, while the actress for the role of Heer is still being finalized. Production is expected to kick off in the middle of this year.
5. The Terror Report — “Shershaah” director Vishnuvardhan is returning with a new fact-based thriller. Touted as a follow-up in thematic intensity to Vikrant Massey-starrer “The Sabarmati Report," this new project will explore cross-border operations. Casting is underway.

EXCEL ENTERTAINMENT 

1. Mirzapur: The Film — Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani are adapting their most popular web series, "Mirzapur", into a feature film. The principal cast (except Vikrant Massey) and director return with a fresh story, promising audiences an unparalleled theatrical experience. The film is scheduled to release on September 4, 2026. 

2. Antony — Sunny Deol is unstoppable after the massive box office successes of “Gadar 2” and “Border 2”. Excel Entertainment is hoping to get that same success with their new film with Sunny Deol. It’s a suspense-driven action thriller featuring Deol in a full-fledged action avatar. Jyotika plays the female lead while Vijay Varma essays the antagonist. Shooting has already begun for this actioner, directed by debutante Balaji Ganesh, a Chennai-based filmmaker who has previously assisted Murugadoss on numerous big-scale projects.