If there’s one thing Bollywood loves more than a big-budget release, it’s two big-budget releases colliding head-on. And the rest of 2025 is gearing up for some of the most headline-grabbing box office battles in recent years.
The Diwali face-off is already the talk of the town
Devgn back in uniform, versus Rajkumar Hirani’s Ek Baar Phir, a feel-good drama starring Ranbir Kapoor. The genres couldn’t be more different, but the stakes are identical — each wants the holiday crown. Marketing campaigns are in full swing, with #TeamSingham and #TeamEkBaarPhir already trending on X (formerly Twitter).
December brings another heavyweight clash: Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s opulent Bajirao Ki Rani against Coffee Date, a breezy rom-com with Ayushmann Khurrana and Kriti Sanon. One promises grandeur and heartbreak, the other cosy laughs and relatable romance. The contrast might actually work in both films’ favour, giving audiences a choice instead of a competition.
Clashes are a gamble — they can split audiences, strain budgets, and make or break reputations. But they also bring a sense of occasion, turning moviegoing into an event. In 2025, it’s not just the films we’re watching — it’s the battles they’re fighting.
