From '3 Idiots 2' to 'Tumbbad 2': 5 Bollywood sequels that have fans counting down the days

Bollywood is riding a sequel wave like never before, and fans couldn't be happier. From long-awaited confirmations to surprise announcements, some of Hindi cinema's most beloved franchises are gearing up for their next chapters. Whether it's the return of ‘3 idiots’, ‘Tumbbad’, or the laugh riot of ‘Golmaal’ and beyond, the lineup is shaping up to be a treat for movie lovers. Here's a look at five sequels that have fans absolutely counting down the days.

The wait for ‘3 Idiots 2’ is officially over, at least in terms of confirmation. Aamir Khan gave fans the green light they were waiting for, revealing that the sequel is indeed in the works. The actor shared that the film promises the 'same humour with an unusual story,' while also noting that director Rajkumar Hirani and writer Abhijat Joshi are still putting the script together.

Sohum Shah carved out a unique space for horror-folklore in Hindi cinema with his 2018 masterpiece ‘Tumbbad’, a film that has only grown in stature over the years. It found an even wider audience during its 2024 re-release, becoming the second-highest-grossing re-release of an Indian film and cementing its status as a true cult classic. Now, the excitement is building around ‘Tumbbad 2’.

The much-loved Hindi mystery thriller franchise is set to grow with ‘Drishyam 3’, which its lead star Ajay Devgn officially announced. The film has already gone on floors and is gearing up for an October 2 release this year, giving fans a date to mark on their calendars. The ‘Drishyam’ franchise has built a massive following over the years, with both the original and its sequel leaving audiences on the edge of their seats.

Akshay Kumar set the internet ablaze last Christmas when he dropped the teaser for ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, the third instalment in the beloved ‘Welcome’ franchise, along with the news that shooting had wrapped up. Since then, fans have been waiting anxiously for a release date, and the wait is finally over. The makers have officially announced June 26 as the film's theatrical release date.

Rohit Shetty sent fans of the franchise into a frenzy in March this year when he officially announced ‘Golmaal 5’. The fifth instalment in the hit comedy series is set to reunite the much-loved original cast, bringing back Arshad Warsi, Shreyas Talpade, Kunal Kemmu, Tusshar Kapoor and Sharman Joshi for another round of laugh-out-loud chaos.