From Love to Legacy: Unmissable Hindi OTT & Theatrical Releases This July 2025

As July unfolds, Hindi cinema is ready to captivate viewers with a buffet of stories that dive into the heart of India—past, present, and future. This month isn’t just about entertainment; it’s about emotional depth, high-stakes drama, rediscovering purpose, and reimagining love. Whether you’re watching from your living room or lining up at the box office, there’s something waiting to move you. Here’s a handpicked roundup of the most-awaited releases—spanning political thrillers, tender romances, fierce action, and powerful underdog tales.

1. Tanvi the Great – July 18 (Theatrical)

In this stirring patriotic drama, 21-year-old Tanvi Raina, who is on the autism spectrum, embarks on a near-impossible mission to honor her father’s final wish—saluting the Indian flag on the icy terrain of Siachen. Tanvi defies every societal limitation with sheer courage and heart, reminding us that true strength is often misunderstood.

2. Special Ops Season 2 – July 11 (JioHotstar)

The chase returns with greater urgency as Himmat Singh (Karan Tacker) faces a faceless enemy threatening India’s digital security. Cyberterrorism, deep espionage, and an attack on the UPI ecosystem create a high-octane thriller where every team member could become collateral damage. The new season introduces Tahir Raj Bhasin and Prakash Raj into the RAW mix, promising an edge-of-seat ride.

3. Aap Jaisa Koi – July 11 (Netflix)

Feel-good romance gets a modern twist in this heartwarming film starring R. Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh. Shrirenu and Madhu are poles apart, yet destiny throws them together on a journey filled with awkward silences, unexpected laughter, and the kind of love that gently changes everything.

4. The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case – July 4 (Sony LIV | OTTplay Premium)

Adapted from journalist Anirudhya Mitra’s gripping book Ninety Days, this series dives deep into the real-life manhunt after one of India’s most shocking assassinations. With espionage, covert operations, and emotional reckoning, the series uncovers layers of a historic tragedy with rare intensity.

5. Param Sundari – July 25 (Theatrical)

A culture-clashing love story between fiery North Indian Param and elegant South Indian Sundari turns unexpectedly intense when her family’s goons chase him through Kerala’s vibrant landscape. What begins as a breezy romance escalates into a rollercoaster of familial chaos and high drama.

6. Metro… In Dino – July 4 (Theatrical)

Urban India comes alive in this ensemble drama featuring four interconnected love stories set in Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. With relatable characters and emotional threads that subtly merge, this film captures the spirit of love in modern-day chaos.

7. Maalik – July 11 (Theatrical)

Rajkummar Rao transforms into a ruthless crime lord rising from the gritty alleys of 1980s Allahabad. As Maalik builds his empire brick by bloody brick, the film explores themes of power, betrayal, and morality in a lawless world that doesn’t forgive weakness.

8. Kaalidhar Laapata – July 4 (ZEE5 | OTTplay Premium)

Abhishek Bachchan delivers a haunting performance as Kaalidhar, a man burdened by abandonment and memory lapses. When his family conspires to leave him at the Maha Kumbh Mela, fate introduces him to Ballu, a clever eight-year-old orphan. Their unexpected friendship lights up a journey of redemption.

9. Saiyaara – July 18 (Theatrical)

A rock star’s rise is marred by a love that both heals and breaks. Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda headline this emotionally rich story of youthful passion, heartbreak, and the fragile line between fame and loneliness. Expect sweeping music, intense chemistry, and tender moments.

10. Son of Sardaar 2 – July 25 (Theatrical)

Jassi Singh Randhawa returns, now chasing love instead of conflict. But his journey to Scotland to reunite with his estranged wife spirals into utter madness—a hostage crisis, a mafia war, and the most chaotic Sardaar wedding of the century. A wild comedy of errors, sprinkled with heart.

11. Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti – July 4 (Theatrical)

Based on the true and tragic Akshardham temple attack in 2002, this intense drama follows Major Hanut Singh as he leads an NSG counter-terror mission after a personal loss that left him shattered. Packed with action and emotion, it’s a salute to real-life bravery.

12. Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan – July 11 (Theatrical)

Saba Shergill dreams of stardom, Jahaan Bakshi lives for music—both are lost in their own worlds until fate intertwines their paths. This romantic musical drama explores the bittersweet nature of love and the sacrifices made in pursuit of passion and purpose.