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Highlights: Must-Watch Movies of 2025

Hollywood & International Releases

Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning

A high-octane return for Ethan Hunt; premiered at Cannes in May and released globally on May 23. It grossed over $597 million, becoming one of the top-grossing films of the year. 

Lilo & Stitch (2025 Live-Action)

Disney’s remake of the beloved 2002 classic reunites fans with Lilo and Stitch, blending nostalgia with new storytelling. It earned over $1 billion worldwide. 

Avatar: Fire and Ash

James Cameron returns to Pandora with this third ‘Avatar’ installment, introducing fierce new Na'vi tribes and stunning visual storytelling. Premieres December 19. 

Superman: Legacy

A fresh reboot directed by James Gunn, rebooting the Man of Steel for a new cinematic era. Release set for 2025. 

Mickey 17

Bong Joon-ho’s sci-fi drama about identity and body autonomy, starring Robert Pattinson. Set for early 2025. 

How to Train Your Dragon (Live-Action)

A beloved animated classic reimagined in live action. Released theatrically on June 13 after festival premieres. 

Fantastic Four: First Steps

Marvel’s long-awaited introduction of the First Family into the MCU, with cosmic adventures ahead. 

Thunderbolts

A darker take on Marvel’s antihero ensemble, featuring characters like Bucky Barnes and Yelena Belova. Hits theaters mid-2025. 

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Indian Cinema Blockbusters

Deva (Jan 31) — A high-stakes thriller starring Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde. 

Chhava (Feb 14) — Vicky Kaushal stars as a Maratha king in this epic action drama. 

Sikandar (Eid 2025) — Salman Khan leads a justice-centered action saga. 

War 2 (Aug 14) — A bullet-fueled face-off between Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. in this sequel. 

120 Bahadur (Nov 21) — A poignant patriotic tribute to Indian heroes of the 1962 war. 

Alpha (Dec 25) — YRF Spy Universe’s first female-led action thriller starring Alia Bhatt. 

Thug Life (June 5) — Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan reunite in this gangster epic that polarised critics and audiences. 

Housefull 5 (June 6) — The familiar and goofy comedy franchise continues with a star-studded lineup. 

Golmaal 5 (Nov 4) — Rohit Shetty brings back his chaotic comedy universe with the fifth installment. 

Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra — Kerala’s first superhero film, launching a new cinematic universe. 

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More Global Titles to Watch

Wicked: For Good (Nov) — A magical musical sequel inspired by the Broadway hit. 

Frankenstein (Nov, Netflix) — Guillermo del Toro’s gothic reimagination with Oscar Isaac. 

The Running Man (Nov) — A modern take on the pulse-pounding Stephen King classic. 

Hamnet — Chloé Zhao’s poetic Shakespearean tale, premiering later in the year. 

Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 — Horror fans get more animatronic frights in December. 

Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery — Benoit Blanc returns in a new murder mystery. 

Ella McCay — A comedic political drama from James L. Brooks. 

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Summary Table

Region / Genre Standout Films

Hollywood Blockbusters Mission: Impossible 8, Avatar 3, Superman, Fantastic Four

Live-Action Reboots Lilo & Stitch, How to Train Your Dragon

Auteur & Sci-Fi Mickey 17, Hamnet, Frankenstein, The Running Man

Indian Cinema Alpha, War 2, Chhava, Thug Life, Housefull 5, Golmaal 5, Lokah Chapter 1

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Chaava 2025

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About Chhaava

Overview

Chhaava is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language epic historical action film directed by Laxman Utekar and produced by Dinesh Vijan under Maddock Films. It stars Vicky Kaushal as Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj, with Akshaye Khanna portraying Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb and Rashmika Mandanna in the role of Yesubai Bhonsale 

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The film is an adaptation of the Marathi historical novel Chhava by Shivaji Sawant. The screenplay was crafted by Laxman Utekar, among others 

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Release Details

Initially scheduled for 6 December 2024, Chhaava was released theatrically on 14 February 2025 and was also shown in Russia 

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Music

The soundtrack was composed by A. R. Rahman, with lyrics by Irshad Kamil and Kshitij Patwardhan. Released on 12 February 2025, it includes songs like "Jaane Tu" and "Aaya Re Toofan" released as singles ahead of the film. The music received mixed reactions—some praised the battle scenes’ score, while others criticized the use of modern instrumentation as jarring in a period setting 

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Reception & Impact

Box Office

Chhaava turned out to be one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of 2025:

Worldwide gross figures range around ₹800 crore, with reported numbers varying from ₹797 crore to ₹809 crore 

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It topped the 2025 Hindi film box office charts, followed by Saiyaara at second 

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By mid-year, it had already set a robust tone for the box office, contributing significantly to the industry's strong performance 

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However, newer figures suggest that while Chhaava still leads domestically with over ₹693 crore in India, Saiyaara has surpassed it in international earnings (~₹94 crore) 

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Critical Response

Critics offered mixed to negative reviews:

On Rotten Tomatoes, critics noted that the film is visually ambitious but lacks emotional layers—descriptors included "turgid," "exploitative," and "single-note" 

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Some praised Vicky Kaushal’s performance and the grandeur of the film, but others criticized the screenplay, editing, and heavy-handed nationalism 

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Audience Reactions (Reddit Highlights)

Viewers’ reactions were varied:

Some lauded the film's patriotic fervor, performances (especially Vicky Kaushal’s and Akshaye Khanna’s), and historical portrayal of Sambhaji Maharaj’s sacrifice 

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Others pointed out issues like over-the-top action, repetitive battle cries, lack of emotional depth, historical inaccuracies (like battle logistics), and modern music choices that didn’t fit the period tone 

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Cultural & Political Impact

The film sparked notable socio-political ripple effects:

It amplified Hindu nationalist narratives, with Indian PM Narendra Modi praising it. Several BJP-led states made the film tax-free, and there were increasing calls to remove Aurangzeb's tomb—events that incited communal tensions and violence 

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Experts warn that such historical portrayals, especially when used for political agendas, risk rewriting complex multicultural history and feeding divisive ideologies 

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On the flip side, the film’s popularity also signals a shift: audiences are increasingly drawn to authentic, narrative-driven historical films rather than star-driven glitz 

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It also earned a mention among the five must-watch historical dramas of recent Bollywood cinema, praised for its storytelling and cultural resonance 

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Summary Table

Aspect Details

Genre Epic historical action

Director / Producer Laxman Utekar / Dinesh Vijan (Maddock Films)

Lead Cast Vicky Kaushal (Sambhaji), Akshaye Khanna (Aurangzeb), Rashmika Mandanna

Music A. R. Rahman (mixed reception on period authenticity)

Release Date 14 Feb 2025 (India), simultaneously in Russia; Telugu version on 7 Mar 2025

Box Office Worldwide gross approx. ₹800 crore; top Hindi grosser of 2025

Critical Reception Mixed—praised for lead acting & scale, criticized for narrative & tone

Political Impact Sparked Hindu nationalist discourse, controversies around Mughal legacy

Cultural Trend Audience appetite growing for narrative-rich historical films

Final Thoughts

Chhaava stands out as a massive commercial success that tapped into cultural and historical resonances, particularly in Maharashtra. Vicky Kaushal’s performance has been widely praised, making it a career-defining role. However, the film also highlights the tensions between cinematic ambition, historical representation, and political usage.

If you'd like, I can also summarize its plot, highlight key scenes, compare its historical accuracy to other films, or recommend where to watch it (like Netflix). Just let me know what you're curious about!