Top Big-Budget Films to Watch Out for in 2024: Indian Cinema’s Upcoming Blockbusters

News Mania Desk/Agnibeena Ghosh/4th August 2024

As the final months of 2024 approach, the Indian film industry is set to dazzle audiences with a series of high-octane releases. The year promises to wrap up with a spectacular array of big-budget films that are poised to make a significant impact on the cinematic landscape.

Leading the charge is the much-anticipated sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule. Following the phenomenal success of Pushpa: The Rise, this film continues the saga of Pushpa Raj, portrayed by Allu Arjun. Originally scheduled for August 15, 2024, the release has been pushed to December 6, 2024, to ensure the highest quality. With an impressive budget of Rs 500 crore, Pushpa 2 is expected to deliver even more thrilling action and drama, featuring Rashmika Mandanna and Fahadh Faasil in key roles.

Another major release to look forward to is Singham Again, where Ajay Devgn returns as the indomitable Bajirao Singham. Set to debut this Diwali, the film is directed by Rohit Shetty and boasts a staggering budget of Rs 200 crore. This installment promises to be a grand spectacle of cop-action, with Deepika Padukone joining the cast as ‘Lady Singham’, Arjun Kapoor playing the antagonist, and cameos by Kareena Kapoor and Ranveer Singh.

Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming film, The Greatest of All Time, has already created a buzz among fans. The film, slated for a December 2024 release, features Vijay in a dual role, as hinted by the first look poster. With an estimated budget of Rs 300 crore, this movie is anticipated to be a major highlight of the year. The cast includes Mic Mohan, Prashanth, Prabhu Deva, Sneha, Laila, Jayaram, Meenakshii Chaudhary, and Yogi Babu. Although plot details remain scarce, speculation suggests an intriguing time-travel adventure.

The excitement continues with Devara: Part 1, an action-packed drama directed by Koratala Siva. This film stars Jr NTR in the lead role, marking Janhvi Kapoor’s debut in the South film industry. The film also features Saif Ali Khan, Prakash Raj, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, and Narain. Initially set for an April 5 release, Devara: Part 1 will now hit theaters on October 10, 2024, coinciding with the Dusshera festival. With a substantial budget of Rs 300 crore, the film is expected to be a major draw.

Lastly, Varun Dhawan is set to star in the Hindi remake of the Tamil hit Theri, now titled Baby John. Co-produced by Priya Atlee, Murad Khetani, and Jyoti Deshpande, and directed by A Kaleeswaran, this film features Dhawan alongside Keerthy Suresh, Wamiqa Gabbi, Jackie Shroff, and Rajpal Yadav. With a production budget of Rs 70 crore and music by S Thaman, Baby John is anticipated to offer a captivating cinematic experience.

As these blockbuster films gear up for their releases, audiences can expect a thrilling end to 2024, filled with high-quality entertainment and cinematic excellence.