August 2025 is shaping up to be a momentous month for the film industry, with a massive box office clash expected on August 1st. Seven major films, spanning various languages and genres, are slated for release on the same day.
Entertainment: Movie lovers are in for a treat on August 1st, 2025. A total of seven major films from Bollywood, South Indian cinema, and Hollywood are hitting theaters simultaneously. This is not only a big day for the box office but also provides audiences with the opportunity to experience a diverse range of films on a single day. This mega-clash includes films from all genres, such as action, romance, thriller, horror, and animation.
7 Big Films Set to Collide
1. Son of Sardaar 2
- Director: Vijay Kumar Arora
- Genre: Family Comedy-Drama
- Language: Hindi
A sequel to the 2012 hit comedy film 'Son of Sardaar,' 'Son of Sardaar 2' stars Ajay Devgn, Mrunal Thakur, and Ravi Kishan in lead roles. The film tells the story of a man who helps a couple get their family's permission to marry.
2. Dhadak 2
- Director: Shazia Iqbal
- Genre: Romantic Social Drama
- Language: Hindi
'Dhadak 2' is a romantic drama and a remake of the Tamil film 'Pariyerum Perumal'. It stars Siddhant Chaturvedi and Tripti Dimri in the lead roles. The film sensitively portrays caste discrimination and a love story.
3. Holy Ghost
- Genre: Horror/Thriller
- Language: English
This is a Hollywood supernatural horror film in which a kidnapped girl claims that a dead policeman came to save her. Starring Jane Osborne, the film is full of mystery and suspense.
4. Ajay: The Untold Story of a Yogi
- Genre: Political Biopic
- Language: Hindi
Based on the life of Yogi Adityanath, this biopic is inspired by the book 'The Monk Who Became Chief Minister'. Anant Joshi is playing the character, and the film is directed by Ravindra Gautam.
5. The Bad Guys 2
- Genre: Animation/Comedy
- Language: English (also available in Hindi dubbed)
This is a sequel to the popular Hollywood animated film 'The Bad Guys.' This time, these 'Bad Guys' are trying to walk the path of goodness. The film features humor, action, and excellent animation that will appeal to both children and adults.
6. Kalamkaval
- Genre: Family Crime Drama
- Language: Malayalam
This film, starring Malayalam cinema superstar Mammootty, is based on family values, traditions, and social conflicts. 'Kalamkaval' is an emotional drama that also showcases a glimpse of Malayalam culture.
7. Blackmail
- Director: Rajesh Balachandran
- Genre: Crime Thriller
- Language: Tamil (available in Hindi dubbed)
In the Tamil thriller film 'Blackmail,' GV Prakash Kumar plays the role of a young man who gets caught in the web of a cunning and dangerous blackmailer. The film is full of thrill, fast-paced plot, and twists.
These seven films releasing on August 1st are targeting a diverse audience segment. While 'Son of Sardaar 2' and 'Dhadak 2' are for the Hindi belt audience, 'Blackmail' and 'Kalamkaval' will attract South Indian cinema lovers. 'The Bad Guys 2' is perfect for children and family audiences, while 'Ajay' and 'Holy Ghost' can draw biopic and horror lovers to the theaters.
