November 2026 is shaping up to be one of the busiest months of the year at the box office. Diwali falls on 8 November, and several big films are lining up for the festive weekend, followed by major Hollywood releases later in the month. Here are the films to watch out for.
The biggest release: Ramayana Part 1 (5 November)
Director Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1 is the month's biggest event film. Ranbir Kapoor plays Ram, Sai Pallavi plays Sita and Yash plays Ravana. The makers have confirmed a 5 November theatrical release, with versions planned in several Indian languages, including Tamil and Telugu. Advance bookings have opened for the festive run.
Tamil releases
- Mookuthi Amman 2 (6 November): Nayanthara returns as the goddess in Sundar C's sequel, with a large ensemble cast. It is aimed squarely at Diwali family audiences.
- Scene (expected 6 November): a Suriya film co-starring Nazriya Nazim, listed for the Diwali window.
- Arasan (expected 6 November): Silambarasan TR and Vijay Sethupathi lead this much-awaited film.
- 7G Rainbow Colony 2 (expected 6 November): the sequel to the 2004 cult romance, with Ravi Krishna returning.
- OM Chapter 1: Udhiram (expected later in November): a Dhanush film with Sai Pallavi and Mammootty in the cast. Release listings differ on the exact date, so watch for an official announcement.
Hindi releases
- Ramayana: Part 1 (5 November)
- Gunmaaster G9 (listed for 27 November): an action film starring Emraan Hashmi and Genelia Deshmukh.
- Yeh Prem Mol Liya (listed for 27 November): a romantic drama starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sharvari.
Telugu releases
The dubbed version of Ramayana: Part 1 leads the month for Telugu audiences. Several Telugu titles have been listed with November dates, but many of those dates are unconfirmed and could move, which is common around the festive and year-end season. We will update this list as studios confirm.
Hollywood releases
- The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping (20 November): the prequel based on Suzanne Collins's novel, set during the 50th Hunger Games and following a young Haymitch Abernathy.
- Narnia: The Magician's Nephew (Thanksgiving week, late November): Greta Gerwig's take on C.S. Lewis's story is scheduled for an exclusive IMAX theatrical run before arriving on Netflix. India release details are yet to be confirmed.
Tips for the festive movie season
- Book early for the Diwali weekend; prime shows fill up fast.
- Compare formats such as IMAX, 4DX and standard 2D; prices vary widely.
- Watch out for festival surge pricing on weekends and holidays.
- Check language versions carefully when booking pan-India films.
The bottom line
With Ramayana, Mookuthi Amman 2 and a crowded Tamil Diwali slate followed by The Hunger Games and Narnia, November 2026 has something for every audience. Keep an eye on official announcements, as several dates may still shift.
Release dates are as announced or reported by 18 October 2026 and can change. Check with your local theatre or booking app before planning.
