October is shaping up to be a rich month for entertainment whether you prefer to stream at home, catch a theatrical premiere, or explore genre experiments. Here’s a list to explore this festive season with your loved ones!
Theatrical Must‑Sees
Kantara: Chapter 1
A prequel to Kantara (2022), this film dives into ancient folklore and the origin of supernatural rituals set in the forested lands of Banavasi. Starring Rishab Shetty, the story merges myth, mysticism, and action as it charts the rise of spiritual practices.
Release date: October 2, 2025
Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari
A romantic‑comedy about a mischievous young man, Sunny, who navigates love, broken promises, jealousy, and ego in his quest to win Tulsi. The film explores how relationships shift and twist when old loves and new desires clash.
Release date: October 2, 2025 
Idly Kadai
Directed by Dhanush, this Tamil drama draws from his childhood memory of “Idli Amma” the elderly lady selling idlis at Rs 1 and weaves in fictional elements to humanize rural lives. It’s a slice-of-life tribute to roots, dignity, and community.
Release date: October 1, 2025
Vrusshabha
A fantasy period drama starring Mohanlal, this film revolves around reincarnation, vengeance, and familial conflicts — past lives colliding with present identity. In two timelines, a father and son are forced to grapple with inherited enmity.
Release date: October 16, 2025
Go Goa Gone 2
The zombie‑comedy cult favorite returns with fresh thrills and undead chaos, while retaining the irreverent humor and quirky energy that made the original memorable. Expect surprises, monster mayhem, and comedic banter.
Release date: October 15, 2025
Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat
A romantic drama turned suspense thriller, the film follows Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa as lovers whose relationship spirals into obsession, betrayal, and revenge. It promises emotional intensity wrapped in twists.
Release date: October 21, 2025
Thamma
Part of the Maddock Horror‑Comedy Universe, Thamma blends mythology, romance, and vampiric mystery across dual timelines. Ayushmann Khurrana and Rashmika Mandanna anchor a story where supernatural past and present collide.
Release date: October 21, 2025
The Taj Story
A courtroom drama rooted in historical controversies, this film stars Paresh Rawal, exploring alternative narratives around the origin and legacy of the Taj Mahal. It aims to spark debate around historical memory and cultural identity.
Release date: October 31, 2025
One Two Cha Cha Chaa
An ensemble comedy with action and absurdity, this film weaves multiple character arcs in a chaotic holiday adventure. Expect laughs, physical comedy, and intersecting storylines.
Release date: October 31, 2025
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OTT & Streaming Launches
Kurukshetra (Animated / Netflix)
This retelling of the Mahabharata focuses on the internal conflicts of the great war not just the battlefield but the emotional and moral dilemmas of its key warriors. It offers a layered, character‑driven approach to a mythic tale.
Release date: October 10, 2025
Lord Curzon Ki Haveli
A chamber‑style black comedy thriller set in one location, where a dinner gathering gradually unearths secrets, lies, and psychological tension. With echoes of Hitchcock, the film delves into identity, guilt, and fatal hostilities.
Release date: October 10, 2025
Search: The Naina Murder Case
A crime thriller for the digital age, this show promises twists around an investigation into a mysterious death, entangled with modern media, perception, and hidden motives.
Release date: October 10, 2025 (JioHotstar)
Bhagwat – Chapter 1: Raakshash
A supernatural thriller streaming on ZEE5, this series taps into mystical lore, demonology, and conflicts between faith and power. The story hints at apocalyptic stakes as characters grapple with divine vs. demonic forces.
Release date: October 17, 2025
Baaghi 4
The action franchise returns, this time premiering directly on OTT. Expect high-stakes stunts, personal vendettas, and explosive set pieces in the spirit of the earlier Baaghi films.
Release date: October 31, 2025 (Prime Video)
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