September 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for Indian cinema, with major Bollywood films, Tamil thrillers, Telugu action dramas, Malayalam releases and pan-India projects arriving in theatres.
Among the biggest titles are Mirzapur: The Movie, Sardar 2, Haiwaan, Daayra, Vibe, The Paradise, The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest and Genie. Several international releases are also scheduled during the month.
Current theatrical calendars list more than 30 releases across languages, although movie release dates can change because of production schedules, certification, distribution plans and box-office clashes. (BoxOffice India 24)
September 2026 Movies Release Calendar
Here is a quick look at some of the major movies scheduled to release in Indian theatres during September 2026.
| Release Date | Movie | Language | Key Cast |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 3 | Gandhari | Hindi | Taapsee Pannu |
| September 4 | Mirzapur: The Movie | Hindi | Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal |
| September 4 | Immortal | Indian | G.V. Prakash Kumar, Kayadu Lohar |
| September 10 | Sardar 2 | Tamil | Karthi, Malavika Mohanan |
| September 10 | Demonte Colony 3 | Tamil | Arulnithi |
| September 11 | Haiwaan | Hindi | Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan |
| September 11 | Ghamasaan | Hindi | Arshad Warsi, Pratik Gandhi |
| September 11 | Ranabaali | Telugu | Vijay Deverakonda, Rashmika Mandanna |
| September 18 | Daayra | Hindi | Kareena Kapoor, Prithviraj Sukumaran |
| September 18 | Vibe | Hindi | Kunal Kemmu, Preity Zinta |
| September 18 | Cult | Telugu | Vishwak Sen |
| September 24 | The Paradise | Telugu | Nani |
| September 25 | The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest | Hindi | Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia |
| September 25 | Genie | Tamil | Ravi Mohan, Krithi Shetty |
| September 25 | Bhogi | Telugu | Sharwanand |
| September 25 | Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha | Hindi | Dev Sharma |
| September 25 | Chiranjeevi Hanuman: The Eternal | Hindi | Animated |
| September 25 | Heart of the Beast | English | Brad Pitt |
Note: Release dates are based on currently reported theatrical schedules and can change.
September 2026 Bollywood Movies
Bollywood has several major releases lined up for September, led by franchise films, thrillers, dramas and fantasy projects.
1. Gandhari
Release Date: September 3, 2026
Taapsee Pannu headlines Gandhari, an action-crime thriller that opens the month.
The film is among the earliest major Hindi releases of September and could benefit from relatively less competition before the larger releases arrive.
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
Lead Cast: Taapsee Pannu, Swastika Mukherjee
2. Mirzapur: The Movie
Release Date: September 4, 2026
One of the biggest theatrical events of the month is Mirzapur: The Movie.
The popular crime franchise is moving from streaming to the big screen, bringing several familiar characters and actors back into the world of Mirzapur.
Pankaj Tripathi returns as Kaleen Bhaiya, while Ali Fazal reprises Guddu Pandit. Divyenndu is also part of the film as Munna Bhaiya.
The theatrical release is expected to generate significant interest among fans of the original series.
Release Date: September 4
Language: Hindi
Genre: Crime, Action, Thriller
Cast: Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu and others
3. Sardar 2
Release Date: September 10, 2026
Karthi returns as the central character in Sardar 2, the sequel to the Tamil spy-action franchise.
P.S. Mithran returns as director, with the film expanding the spy-thriller universe established by the first instalment.
The movie is expected to attract audiences in Tamil Nadu as well as other South Indian markets.
Language: Tamil
Genre: Action, Spy, Thriller
Cast: Karthi, Malavika Mohanan and others
4. Haiwaan
Release Date: September 11, 2026
Haiwaan brings Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan together on screen after a long gap.
Directed by Priyadarshan, the movie is positioned as a crime and psychological thriller.
The reunion of the two actors is one of the biggest attractions of the film. Their previous collaborations have made this pairing particularly interesting for Bollywood audiences.
Release Date: September 11
Genre: Crime, Drama, Psychological Thriller
Cast: Akshay Kumar, Saif Ali Khan
5. Ghamasaan
Release Date: September 11, 2026
Ghamasaan stars Arshad Warsi and Pratik Gandhi and is scheduled for release alongside several other major September films.
The film belongs to the crime-thriller space and could appeal to audiences looking for a more grounded Hindi thriller.
6. Daayra
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran headline Daayra, directed by Meghna Gulzar.
The crime drama revolves around themes of crime, justice and punishment.
The combination of Meghna Gulzar’s direction and the first-time pairing of Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran makes Daayra one of the more anticipated Hindi releases of September.
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Release Date: September 18
7. Vibe
Release Date: September 18, 2026
Kunal Kemmu makes his directorial debut with Vibe, an action-comedy featuring Preity Zinta and Sparsh Shrivastav.
The film is expected to offer a lighter alternative to the crime and thriller-heavy September schedule.
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy
Release Date: September 18
8. The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia star in The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest, a folklore-inspired fantasy thriller.
The story takes an urban character into a mysterious ancestral setting where supernatural forces become central to the narrative.
With its fantasy elements and pan-India positioning, The Vvaan is one of the most interesting genre films arriving toward the end of September.
Release Date: September 25
Cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Tamannaah Bhatia
Genre: Fantasy, Thriller
9. Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha
Release Date: September 25, 2026
A mythological drama based on the Ramayana is also scheduled for September.
Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha is positioned as a Hindi mythological release and could attract audiences interested in Indian epics and religious storytelling.
South Indian Movies Releasing in September 2026
September is particularly strong for South Indian cinema, with Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam films joining the Hindi releases.
Demonte Colony 3
Release Date: September 10, 2026
The Demonte Colony franchise returns with its third instalment.
The Tamil horror franchise has established a following among genre audiences, making the third movie one of the notable Tamil releases of the month.
Ranabaali
Release Date: September 11, 2026
Ranabaali is scheduled for September 11 and features Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna.
The reunion of the popular pair is expected to be one of the major talking points around the film.
The movie is positioned as an action-drama with a historical setting.
The Paradise
Release Date: September 24, 2026
Nani stars in The Paradise, directed by Srikanth Odela.
The film is set in 1980s Secunderabad and explores the struggles of a marginalised community.
It is planned as a multilingual release, giving it potential reach beyond the Telugu market.
Release Date: September 24
Lead Actor: Nani
Director: Srikanth Odela
Genre: Action, Drama
Genie
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Tamil cinema also has Genie, starring Ravi Mohan and Krithi Shetty.
The movie is among the major Tamil titles scheduled for the final week of September.
Bhogi
Release Date: September 25, 2026
Sharwanand and Anupama Parameswaran star in Bhogi, another South Indian film scheduled for the September 25 weekend.
The film adds to an already crowded final weekend of the month.
September 2026 Movie Releases by Week
First Week: September 1 to 6
The first week includes:
- Gandhari
- Mirzapur: The Movie
- Immortal
- Jeevan Bheema Yojna
- Onslaught
- Delivery Boy
- L&O: Law and Order
The biggest attraction is clearly Mirzapur: The Movie, which arrives on September 4.
Second Week: September 7 to 13
The second week is considerably more crowded.
Major releases include:
- Sardar 2
- Demonte Colony 3
- Haiwaan
- Ghamasaan
- Ranabaali
- Last Man in Tower
- Mahendragiri Varahi
- Practical Magic 2
This could become one of the most competitive weekends of September.
Third Week: September 14 to 20
The third week brings:
- Daayra
- Vibe
- Cult
- Love Lottery
- Mitti de Putt
- Resident Evil
Among Indian films, Daayra and Vibe are two of the major Hindi releases.
Fourth Week: September 21 to 27
The final major weekend of September is packed with big titles.
Key releases include:
- The Paradise
- The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest
- Genie
- Bhogi
- Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha
- Chiranjeevi Hanuman: The Eternal
- Heart of the Beast
The September 25 weekend could therefore see intense competition for screens and audience attention. Current release calendars list multiple titles for that date. (BoxOffice India 24)
Top 10 Most Anticipated September 2026 Movies
If you are looking for the movies most likely to generate audience interest, these are the titles to watch:
- Mirzapur: The Movie
- Haiwaan
- Sardar 2
- Daayra
- The Paradise
- The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest
- Ranabaali
- Demonte Colony 3
- Vibe
- Genie
The list combines franchise value, star power, director reputation and genre appeal rather than predicting box-office rankings.
September 2026 Movie Release Calendar: Which Film Should You Watch?
The answer depends on what kind of movie you prefer.
For crime and action: Mirzapur: The Movie and Haiwaan
For Tamil action: Sardar 2
For horror: Demonte Colony 3
For crime drama: Daayra
For Telugu cinema: The Paradise and Ranabaali
For fantasy: The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest
For comedy: Vibe
For mythology: Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha and Chiranjeevi Hanuman: The Eternal
September 2026 Movies: Biggest Box Office Clashes
September could produce several interesting box-office battles because multiple high-profile films are arriving close together.
The September 11 weekend is particularly crowded, with Haiwaan, Ghamasaan, Ranabaali, Sardar 2 arriving around the same period.
The September 18 weekend also has several releases, including Daayra and Vibe.
The September 25 weekend could be even more competitive, with The Vvaan, The Paradise arriving nearby, along with Genie, Bhogi and other releases.
Release dates can still change, so audiences should check the latest theatrical announcements before booking tickets.
September 2026 Movies FAQs
Which Bollywood movies are releasing in September 2026?
Major Hindi releases include Gandhari, Mirzapur: The Movie, Haiwaan, Ghamasaan, Daayra, Vibe, The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest and Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha.
When is Mirzapur: The Movie releasing?
Mirzapur: The Movie is scheduled to release in theatres on September 4, 2026.
When is Sardar 2 releasing?
Sardar 2 is currently scheduled for September 10, 2026.
When is Haiwaan releasing?
Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan’s Haiwaan is scheduled for September 11, 2026.
When is Daayra releasing?
Daayra, starring Kareena Kapoor and Prithviraj Sukumaran, is scheduled for September 18, 2026.
When is The Paradise releasing?
Nani’s The Paradise is currently scheduled for September 24, 2026.
When is The Vvaan releasing?
The Vvaan: Force of the Forrest is scheduled for September 25, 2026.
Which Tamil movies are releasing in September 2026?
Important Tamil releases include Sardar 2, Demonte Colony 3 and Genie, among others.
Which Telugu movies are releasing in September 2026?
The Paradise, Ranabaali, Bhogi and other Telugu titles are scheduled during the month.
Which is the biggest movie releasing in September 2026?
There is no objective way to determine the biggest release before the films open, but Mirzapur: The Movie, Haiwaan, Sardar 2, Daayra, The Paradise and The Vvaan are among the month’s most prominent titles based on franchise, cast and current attention.
Are September 2026 movie release dates confirmed?
Many dates are currently listed as confirmed, but theatrical schedules can change. It is advisable to verify the latest announcement before making plans. Current calendars already show multiple September releases across Indian languages. (BoxOffice India 24)
Final Word
September 2026 could be one of the more crowded months for Indian theatrical releases.
From Mirzapur: The Movie and Haiwaan in Bollywood to Sardar 2, Demonte Colony 3, Ranabaali, The Paradise and Genie in South Indian cinema, audiences have plenty of options.
The biggest battle may come down to how these films perform after opening weekend, especially because several major titles are arriving within the same two-week period.
For moviegoers, September offers everything from crime thrillers and action films to horror, mythology, fantasy and comedy.
This page can also be updated throughout September as release dates, trailers, advance booking figures and theatrical schedules change.
