Films in Theatres This October: Jailer 2, Prahaar, Nayyi Navelli, Little Thomas and More
After Drishyam 3's blockbuster start, the festive month brings Rajinikanth's sequel, a courtroom biopic, a Meerut family comedy and a Goan children's film.
October is one of the busiest months of the year at Indian cinemas, with Dussehra and the run-up to Diwali drawing families to theatres. After _Drishyam 3: The Conclusion_'s record-breaking start on October 2, here is what is coming.
Release dates below are as currently listed by the trade and can still change, so check booking apps before you plan.
Already running
- _Drishyam 3: The Conclusion_ (Hindi): Ajay Devgn's crime-thriller finale, released October 2.
- _Udta Teer_ (Hindi): starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, listed by some trade calendars for October 9.
October 15
- _Jailer 2_ (Tamil, with dubbed versions): Rajinikanth returns as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian in Nelson Dilipkumar's sequel. Read what we know.
October 16
- _Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam_ (Hindi): Rajkummar Rao plays the special public prosecutor known for some of India's biggest terror trials. Who is Ujjwal Nikam?
- _Nayyi Navelli_ (Hindi): Yami Gautam plays Mohini, a seemingly picture-perfect new bride who marries into a chaotic household in Meerut.
October 23
- _Little Thomas_ (Hindi): a warm, whimsical story centred on a young boy in a Goan family, per early reactions to the trailer.
- _Main Na Raha Mera_ (Hindi): listed for October 23 on trade calendars.
Streaming instead?
If you'd rather stay home, there is plenty arriving on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar and ZEE5. See our October streaming guide.
Tips for the festive rush
- Book early for opening weekends, especially for _Jailer 2_.
- Check the certificate before taking children: films now carry age-based ratings such as UA 7+, UA 13+ and UA 16+. Here is what each rating means.
- Weekday shows are often cheaper and less crowded.
Sources
This article draws on the following reporting. Dates are when each source was originally published.
- Outlook India: Bollywood Movies Releasing In October 2026: Full List Of Hindi Films To Watch
- Pinkvilla: 29 New Releases in Theaters, OTT for October 2026: Yami Gautam's Nayyi Navelli, Udta Teer to Rajinikanth's Jailer 2, Clayface
- Filmibeat: October 2026 Bollywood Movies Release Date, Schedule & Calendar
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