If you’re planning your weekend watchlist, you’re in for a treat. Some exciting movies are releasing in theatres on July 25, 2025, covering every mood from superhero spectacle to emotional rom-coms and intense thrillers. Whether you’re a Marvel fan or a regional cinema lover, this Friday’s lineup has something just for you.
Also, read if you missed last Friday’s releases: 18 July
1. Fantastic Four: First Steps
Genre: Superhero, Action, Sci-Fi
Cast: Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, Ebon Moss‑Bachrach, Julia Garner, Ralph Ineson
Marvel Studios finally gives its iconic foursome a proper big-screen treatment. Set in a retro 1960s alternate universe (Earth-828), the Fantastic Four are already seasoned superheroes, no origin story here. The plot centers around their struggle to protect Earth from the cosmic threat of Galactus and his mysterious herald, Silver Surfer.
At the heart of the film is Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), juggling his genius intellect, team responsibilities, and a growing family. With stellar casting, nostalgic aesthetics, and MCU’s Phase Six kickoff, this film is not just a reboot—it’s a rebirth.
Why Watch?
Pedro Pascal + Marvel + Silver Surfer’s debut? That’s a no-brainer for any superhero fan.
Read our spoiler-free review here
2. Thalaivan Thalaivii (Tamil) / Sir Madam (Telugu)
Genre: Romantic Comedy-Drama
Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Nithya Menen, Yogi Babu, Roshini Haripriyan
This feel-good rom-com set in rural Tamil Nadu tells the story of Agasaveeran, a parotta master, and Perarasi, his fiercely independent wife. Once deeply in love, the couple now finds themselves on the brink of separation—until life forces them to confront the sparks that once brought them together.
Directed by Pandiraj, the film blends humor, emotional depth, and social realism in a way that feels both rooted and universally relatable. The movie will also release in Telugu as Sir Madam.
Why Watch?
Classic Vijay Sethupathi vibes, an emotionally rich narrative, and Nithya Menen’s screen charm make this one a warm, romantic ride.
3. So Long Valley
Genre: Crime Thriller, Mystery
Cast: Tridha Choudhury, Man Singh, Vikram Kochhar, Akanksha Puri
If moody hill stations and murky secrets are your jam, So Long Valley is the one to catch. Set in the misty landscape of Himachal Pradesh, this Hindi thriller follows the disappearance of a young woman during a trip from Shimla to Manali. As the search begins, all fingers point to a taxi driver—but nothing is quite what it seems.
Tridha Choudhury plays a sharp, no-nonsense inspector, and director-actor Man Singh takes on dual duties as both lead and filmmaker. The suspense builds slowly but promises a tight, twisty climax.
Why Watch?
It’s Kahaani meets Talvar with a Himachali vibe- perfect for fans of Indian suspense thrillers
4. Oru Ronaldo Chithram
Genre: Feel-Good Drama, Romance
Cast: Aswin Jose, Chaithania Prakash, Indrans, Lal, Hanna Reji Koshi
This Malayalam film is a gentle, inspiring drama that follows Ronaldo, a hopeful young filmmaker who dreams of telling stories that matter. When a legendary director announces a short film contest, Ronaldo sees it as his one big shot. Along the way, he finds not just obstacles, but a sense of identity, love, and artistic purpose.
Directed by Rinoy Kalloor, the film blends small-town innocence with artistic ambition in a way that feels light yet poignant.
Why Watch?
If you’re into movies about movies, underdog energy, and soft romance, this one’s tailor-made for you.
5. Maareesan
Genre: Comedy-Drama with Thriller Elements
Cast: Fahadh Faasil, Vadivelu, Kovai Sarala, Sithara
The most unexpected duo of the season- Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu– star in this Tamil comedy-drama with a twist. Fahadh plays Dhaya, a con man who targets an elderly man, Velayudham Pillai, played by Vadivelu. But what starts as a scam slowly turns into something deeper as Pillai’s fading memory and lonely life turn the tables on Dhaya.
There’s heart, hilarity, and some real tension as the film explores themes of aging, guilt, and redemption.
Why Watch?
Because when you mix Vadivelu’s classic timing with Fahadh’s nuanced intensity, you don’t skip the theater.
