This Gandhi Jayanti, the only non-violent thing about October 2nd will be your popcorn choices! The holiday falls on a Thursday this year, and instead of the usual peaceful long weekend, Bollywood is giving fans a three-way box office war with Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, Kantara: Chapter 1, and Ikkis all releasing on the same day. Theaters across India are gearing up for an audience stampede—and honestly, we’re here for it!
First on the lineup is Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari, starring Varun Dhawan in full-blown romantic-hero mode. This Dharma-style entertainer promises a vibrant blend of love, laughter, and sanskaar—with Varun bringing his classic charm to a film that feels like a modern-day throwback to Bollywood’s golden rom-com era. If you’re looking for feel-good vibes and family-friendly fun, this one's for you.
Then comes the much-awaited Kantara: Chapter 1, a spiritual prequel to the 2022 pan-India sensation. Rishab Shetty returns to dive deeper into the divine origin story of the powerful forest deity. Expect goosebumps, earth-shaking rituals, and that raw energy that made the original a surprise box office monster. If you're into folklore, fire, and feverish devotion—this will be your jam.
On the opposite end of the tone spectrum is Ikkis, a gritty and emotional war drama directed by thriller king Sriram Raghavan. The film stars Dharmendra and introduces Agastya Nanda as war hero Arun Khetarpal, the youngest Param Vir Chakra recipient. With patriotism, sacrifice, and top-notch storytelling, this one's likely to tug heartstrings and possibly steal awards buzz before the year ends.
What makes this clash even more exciting is how different all three films are. You’ve got a glossy rom-com, a mythological thriller, and a real-life war epic—all hitting cinemas together. It’s a genre buffet, and audiences are in for a treat, no matter which direction their taste leans.
So, whether you’re Team Sanskari, Team Kantara, or Team Khetarpal, one thing’s for sure—October 2nd, 2025 is not just about remembering the Mahatma, it’s also about choosing your fighter at the box office. Grab your popcorn (and maybe a long weekend leave), because Bollywood is about to serve us one hell of a holiday lineup.