Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, Pushpa 2, Singham Again, and more | CHECK OUT the five Bollywood sequels and release dates in 2024

2023 was a box office supernova, igniting audiences worldwide with superhits from Hollywood, Bollywood, and beyond. But 2024 sets its sights on a different kind of star familiarity. The surprise factor might take a backseat, replaced by the exhilarating roar of beloved franchises roaring back to life. Remember the shattering films - Jawan, Pathaan, Animal, and Salaar: Part One? Consider them the beginning. Get ready, cinephiles, because the blockbuster season is about to unfold and to rewrite the script on cinematic spectacle. Prepare to be swept away by a wave of nostalgia, reimagined and boosted to a level you never thought possible.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3

The Bhool Bhulaiyaa franchise began its journey with Priyadarshan, but has become a mainstay for Anees Bazmee now. Although there were mixed reactions and some criticism for not featuring Akshay Kumar in the sequel, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 achieved remarkable box office success, grossing over ₹200 crore. This marked a significant milestone for Kartik Aaryan, as his first film to break the 200-crore barrier. Infact the impact was so impeccable that T-Series head Bhushan Kumar gifted him a luxurious ₹4.7 crore Orange McLaren GT, the first of its kind in India. Now, exciting news has emerged, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is reportedly in the works, with both Anees Bazmee and Kartik Aaryan returning in their respective roles of director and lead actor.

Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 is coming soon on October 31, 2024, in theatres worldwide.

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Pushpa 2

Although announced prior to the release of Pushpa: The Rise in 2021, its sequel - Pushpa 2: The Rule, has become an internet sensation. Since Allu Arjun dropped glimpses of the sequel last year, fans have been abuzz with speculation about what's to come. The first instalment smashed box office records, becoming the highest-grossing Telugu film of 2021 with a jaw-dropping ₹370 crore. The film's soundtrack, composed by National Award-winner Devi Sri Prasad, further fueled the hype, garnering massive viewership on YouTube and other music platforms. The combination of commercial success, captivating music, and an enigmatic teaser campaign has set the stage for Pushpa 2: The Rule to be a highly anticipated event.

Pushpa 2: The Rule is coming soon on August 15, 2024, in theatres worldwide.

Singham Again

For over a decade, Singham has been the cornerstone of Rohit Shetty's thrilling cop universe, captivating audiences and shattering box office records. Since 2011, each instalment has been a roaring success, a testament to the 13-year collaborative magic between Shetty and Ajay Devgn. Singham Returns, grossing over ₹200 crore, solidified its place as one of 2014's top earners. Now, the dynamic duo returns with Singham Again, raising the stakes higher than ever with a star-studded ensemble cast including - Akshay Kumar, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Arjun Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Jackie Shroff. Prepare for an action-packed spectacle that promises to reignite the box office and further solidify Singham's legacy as the king of Bollywood's cop universe.

Singham Again is coming soon on August 15, 2024, in theatres worldwide.

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Stree 2

2018 saw the roaring success of Stree, a first-time collaboration between Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao. The film not only captivated audiences, amassing ₹200 crore at the box office, but also earned critical acclaim. Director Amar Kaushik even snatched the Best Director award at the 2019 Filmfare Awards. Now, the highly anticipated sequel, Stree 2, is ready to hit the big screen, featuring the return of Shraddha Kapoor and a fresh face - Varun Dhawan, to the cast.

Stree 2 is coming soon on August 30, 2024, in theatres worldwide.

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Metro In Dino

Following the beloved 2007 film - Life in a...Metro, director Anurag Basu returns with Metro In Dino, promising a captivating new chapter in his acclaimed career. While his last release - Ludo met critical praise, Life in a...Metro remains engraved in the hearts of cinephiles, carrying the legacy of the late Irrfan Khan and boasting a timeless soundtrack by Pritam, Suhail Kaul, Soham Chakraborty, and Bangladeshi singer James. These enduring elements have fueled anticipation for Metro In Dino, which assembles a powerhouse cast including - Sara Ali Khan, Aditya Roy Kapur, Ali Fazal, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Konkona Sen Sharma, Neena Gupta, and Pankaj Tripathi. With such a compelling combination of nostalgia and fresh talent, netizens have high hopes for this romantic drama.

Metro In Dino is coming soon on March 29, 2024, in theatres worldwide.

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