Salman Khan’s Sikandar Is IMDb’s Most Anticipated Film Of 2025 Followed By Yash's Toxic. See Full List
IMDb has released its list of the most anticipated Indian films for 2025. At the forefront of this highly anticipated lineup is 'Sikandar', starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna.
IMDb, the world’s leading platform for movie, TV, and celebrity information, has released its list of the most anticipated Indian films for 2025, based on the page views of its 250 million monthly users worldwide. At the forefront of this highly anticipated lineup is 'Sikandar', starring Salman Khan and Rashmika Mandanna, and directed by AR Murugadoss. Scheduled for an Eid release, the film promises to be a grand cinematic spectacle.
Sikandar most Awaited Film of 2025
Expressing his excitement over the film's reception, AR Murugadoss said, “I’m deeply humbled to see Sikandar topping the IMDb Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2025 list! Working with Salman Khan has been incredible. His energy and dedication bring Sikandar to life in ways words can’t express. Huge thanks to Sajid Nadiadwala for making it happen. Every scene in Sikandar is crafted to leave an indelible mark. I’ve poured my heart into designing each moment to stay with audiences forever.”
Other films in the list
The IMDb list features 20 films across multiple languages, including 11 Hindi films, three each from Tamil and Telugu, two Kannada titles, and one Malayalam production. Following Sikandar on the list are Yash’s ‘Toxic’ and Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, occupying the second and third positions, respectively.
Sequel like Housefull 5 and Baaghi 4 claimed the fourth and fifth spots. Other notable inclusions are Prabhas’ horror-comedy ‘The Raja Saab’, Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s action-packed ‘War 2’, and Mohanlal’s much-awaited sequel ‘L2: Empuraan.’
Key trends
Several stars have multiple appearances on the list, reflecting their popularity. Rashmika Mandanna features in three films: Sikandar (No. 1), Chhaava (No. 10), and Thama (No. 17). Similarly, Akshay Kumar appears in Housefull 5 (No. 4), Kannappa (No. 11), and Sky Force (No. 15).
Sequels and franchise installments dominate the lineup, including Housefull 5, Baaghi 4, War 2, Sitaare Zameen Par, and Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1.
Complete List of IMDb’s Most Anticipated Indian Movies of 2025
Sikandar
Toxic
Coolie
Housefull 5
Baaghi 4
The Raja Saab
War 2
L2: Empuraan
Deva
Chhaava
Kannappa
Retro
Thug Life
Jaat
Sky Force
Sitaare Zameen Par
Thama
Kantara A Legend: Chapter 1
Alpha
Thandel