New Movie Releases This Week: What’s Releasing on July 18, 2025 – Full List Across Theaters and OTT
As we step into the third week of July 2025, cinephiles are in for a treat with a wide variety of fresh releases hitting both the big screen and popular OTT platforms. From high-octane thrillers and light-hearted comedies to soulful romances and animated adventures, this week’s lineup offers something for every mood.
Whether you’re a fan of Bollywood blockbusters, regional dramas, or binge-worthy streaming content, scroll through to discover every major film and series releasing between July 17–18, 2025.
🎥 Bollywood Movies Releasing in Theaters – July 18, 2025
1. Nikita Roy and The Book Of Darkness
- Director: Kussh S. Sinha
- Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Arjun Rampal, Paresh Rawal
- Genre: Thriller, Drama
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
Marking the directorial debut of Kussh S. Sinha, brother of Sonakshi Sinha, Nikita Roy and The Book Of Darkness is a gripping suspense drama that delves into a mysterious and supernatural narrative. With a powerful cast and intense storyline, this one’s set to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
2. Tanvi The Great
- Director: Anupam Kher
- Cast: Iain Glen, Vrinda Kher
- Genre: Musical, Drama
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
Veteran actor Anupam Kher brings a heartwarming musical journey to life with Tanvi The Great. Centered around a spirited young girl chasing her musical dreams, the film blends passion, innocence, and perseverance. The musical score is expected to resonate with families and music lovers alike.
3. Saiyaara
- Director: Mohit Suri
- Cast: Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda
- Genre: Romance
- Production: Yash Raj Films
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
Mohit Suri returns with Saiyaara, a youthful romantic film produced by YRF. With newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda making their big-screen debut, the movie brings a fresh twist to the classic love story, backed by soulful music and cinematic visuals.
🎬 Telugu Movies Releasing in Theaters – July 18, 2025
4. Junior (Telugu & Kannada)
- Director: Radha Krishna Reddy
- Cast: Kireeti Reddy, Sreeleela
- Music: Devi Sri Prasad
- Cinematography: K. K. Senthil Kumar
- Genre: Romantic Drama
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
This bilingual romantic entertainer starring Kireeti Reddy and Sreeleela is set to charm audiences with its vibrant visuals and emotional storyline. Featuring top-notch music by DSP and stunning cinematography, Junior is among the most anticipated South Indian films of the week.
5. Kothapallilo Okappudu
- Director: Praveena Paruchuri
- Cast: Manoj Chandra, Monika T
- Music: Mani Sharma
- Cinematography: Petros Antoniadis
- Genre: Rural Drama
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
Set against a rustic backdrop, Kothapallilo Okappudu explores relationships, traditions, and the evolving face of village life. With a strong focus on storytelling and soulful music, this Telugu drama promises an emotionally engaging experience.
🎞️ Kannada Movies Releasing in Theaters – July 18, 2025
6. Ekka
- Director: Rohit Padaki
- Cast: Yuva Rajkumar, Sampaada, Sanjana Anand
- Music: Subash Anandh
- Cinematography: Satya P Hegde
- Genre: Romantic Action
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
Ekka combines romance, action, and drama in one gripping narrative. With Yuva Rajkumar in the lead, the film introduces audiences to a rugged hero navigating both love and danger. Subash Anandh’s powerful soundtrack adds to the energy of this commercial entertainer.
7. Junior (Kannada Version)
As a bilingual film, Junior also releases in Kannada simultaneously, with the same cast, crew, and storyline. This ensures a broader reach across Southern markets.
🎭 Tamil Movies Releasing in Theaters – July 18, 2025
8. Bun Butter Jam
- Director: Raghav Mirdath
- Cast: Raju Jeyamohan, Bhavya Trikha, Aadhya Prasad
- Music: Nivas K Prasanna
- Cinematography: Babu Kumar
- Genre: Comedy, Slice-of-Life
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
A quirky title backed by a fun narrative, Bun Butter Jam promises light-hearted moments and relatable humor. The film follows a group of youngsters navigating love, career, and friendships in modern-day Chennai.
9. Gevi, Trending, and Jenma Natchathiram
These three Tamil-language films also hit theaters on July 18, offering a diverse mix of genres from thriller and romance to coming-of-age drama. Tamil audiences are truly spoiled for choice this week.
🎥 Malayalam Movies Releasing in Theaters – July 18, 2025
10. JSK – Janaki Vs State of Kerala
- Director: Pravin Narayanan
- Cast: Suresh Gopi, Anupama Parameswaran
- Genre: Courtroom Drama
- Release Date: July 18, 2025
This courtroom drama explores deep legal and social issues through the lens of a powerful female protagonist, played by Anupama Parameswaran. Veteran actor Suresh Gopi adds gravitas to the film, which aims to strike a chord with justice-seeking audiences.
🎬 Hollywood Movies Releasing in India – July 18, 2025
11. I Know What You Did Last Summer
- Director: Jennifer Kaytin Robinson
- Cast: Madelyn Cline, Chase Sui Wonders
- Genre: Horror, Thriller
- Release Date (India): July 18, 2025
The iconic slasher franchise returns with a brand-new installment. As secrets unravel and the body count rises, this horror sequel promises chills, jump scares, and a gripping mystery.
12. Smurfs (2025)
- Director: Chris Miller
- Voice Cast: Rihanna, John Goodman, James Corden
- Genre: Animated Musical Comedy
- Release Date (India): July 18, 2025
The beloved blue characters return in this animated reboot featuring an all-star voice cast. Smurfs (2025) takes Smurfette and her friends into the human world on a rescue mission full of laughs and catchy tunes.
📺 OTT Releases This Week in Bollywood – July 17–18, 2025
13. Gutar Gu Season 3 – Amazon miniTV / MX Player
- Cast: Ashlesha Thakur, Vishesh Bansal
- Genre: Teen Romance
- Streaming From: July 17, 2025
The charming coming-of-age series returns for Season 3, exploring school life, puppy love, and the challenges of growing up. Fans of wholesome youth dramas shouldn’t miss it.
14. Special Ops 2 – Disney+ Hotstar
- Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Vinay Pathak, Karan Tacker
- Directors: Neeraj Pandey, Shivam Nair
- Genre: Spy Thriller
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
India’s favorite intelligence officer is back. Special Ops 2 ups the ante with global espionage, high-stakes missions, and mind games. A must-watch for thriller lovers.
15. The Bhootnii – ZEE5
- Cast: Sunny Singh, Mouni Roy
- Genre: Horror Comedy
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
Mixing laughs with scares, The Bhootnii follows a ghost with a broken heart and a man stuck in a haunted love triangle. Light, fun, and spooky entertainment for the weekend.
📺 OTT Releases in Telugu – July 18, 2025
16. Bhairavam – ZEE5
- Cast: Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Nara Rohith, Manchu Manoj
- Genre: Action Drama
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
Bhairavam is a high-octane tale of revenge and redemption. With a star-studded cast and powerful action sequences, it makes for an engaging digital premiere.
17. Kuberaa – Amazon Prime Video
- Cast: Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, Nagarjuna
- Genre: Crime Thriller
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
Set in the underworld of financial crimes and power plays, Kuberaa brings together three of South India’s biggest stars in a dark, stylish thriller. A pan-India digital spectacle.
📺 OTT Releases in Tamil – July 18, 2025
18. Kuberaa – Amazon Prime Video
Same as the Telugu release, Tamil audiences can stream this intense crime thriller from July 18 in their native language.
19. Sattamum Needhiyum – ZEE5
- Cast: Saravanan, Namritha
- Director: Balaji Selvaraj
- Genre: Legal Drama
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
This courtroom drama explores modern law, morality, and justice with a touch of suspense and drama. Fans of legal thrillers should keep an eye on this ZEE5 original.
📺 OTT Releases in Malayalam – July 18, 2025
20. Asthra – Manorama Max
- Cast: Amith Chakalakkal, Santhosh Keezhattoor
- Director: Azad Alavin
- Genre: Crime Thriller
- Streaming From: July 18, 2025
Dark, gritty, and layered – Asthra follows a crime investigation that uncovers buried secrets and twisted motives. A Malayalam thriller that’s not to be missed.
🎞 Final Word: What Should You Watch This Weekend?
From theaters to OTT, the week of July 18, 2025, is stacked with fresh releases across genres and languages. Whether you’re in the mood for courtroom drama (JSK), animated fun (Smurfs), heartwarming tales (Tanvi The Great), or suspense-filled thrillers (Kuberaa, Special Ops 2), there’s something new for everyone.
So grab your popcorn or fire up your streaming device—this week promises an exciting cinematic journey!
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