Moviegoers have several new films to choose from this Friday, October 23, 2026. The latest theatrical releases cover a range of genres, including action-comedy, romance, mystery, horror, fantasy and family drama.
Among the films arriving in cinemas are Udta Teer, starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, Tu Hai Meri Kiran, featuring Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, and the Malayalam fantasy-comedy Titans. Other releases include Little Thomas, Pehle Pyaar Doosri Baar, Pyre and 418.
Here is a closer look at the movies releasing in theatres this Friday, along with their genres, languages and storylines.
Movies Releasing in Cinemas on October 23, 2026
| Movie | Genre | Language |
|---|---|---|
| Udta Teer | Action-comedy | Hindi |
| Tu Hai Meri Kiran | Romance, thriller, mystery | Hindi |
| Little Thomas | Comedy, family drama | Hindi/English, with local Goan phrases |
| Pehle Pyaar Doosri Baar | Romantic comedy | Hindi |
| Pyre | Paranormal mystery | Hindi/Malayalam |
| 418 | Horror, mystery | Telugu |
| Titans | Fantasy, comedy | Malayalam |
1. Udta Teer
Starring Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan, Udta Teer is an action-comedy built around espionage, mistaken identity and an unexpected change of allegiance.
The story follows Bilal, a Pakistani spy who enters India but loses his memory in an explosion. After the incident, he believes he is an Indian counter-terrorism officer and begins acting on that belief, working against Pakistan. The film combines action with comedy as its central character navigates his altered identity.
2. Tu Hai Meri Kiran
Featuring Sonakshi Sinha and her husband Zaheer Iqbal, Tu Hai Meri Kiran blends romance, mystery and thriller elements.
The film explores how a relationship that begins with love can take a darker turn as obsession enters the picture. Its storyline focuses on the complicated side of romance, examining how intense feelings can affect a relationship and the people involved.
3. Little Thomas
Set in Goa in 1990, Little Thomas centres on a seven-year-old boy who desperately wants a younger brother.
Believing that babies are born when parents kiss, the young boy tries to bring his frequently arguing parents closer together. The film uses his innocent understanding of relationships to explore family tensions through comedy and drama.
The movie features Hindi and English dialogue, along with local Goan phrases, adding to its regional setting.
4. Pehle Pyaar Doosri Baar
Written by Luv Ranjan, Pehle Pyaar Doosri Baar is a romantic comedy featuring a fresh ensemble cast that includes Alisha Chopra, Sparsh Walia, Sargun Kaur Luthra and Tushar Chhibber, among others.
The story begins when three friends attend a school reunion, where one of them encounters a former love interest. This unexpected meeting sets the stage for a story about rekindled feelings, friendship and the complications of modern relationships.
The film explores the unpredictable nature of love while bringing humour into familiar romantic situations.
5. Pyre
Pyre, also known as Chitta, is a Hindi-Kumaoni drama set in an old village in Uttarakhand’s Kumaon region.
The film follows an elderly couple in their 60s who remain in their village after most of its residents leave for the city. Their lives are shaped by isolation and the hope that their son, Hariya, will return from Bombay.
Through the couple’s experiences, the story focuses on the lives of those left behind as younger generations move away from their ancestral homes.
6. 418
The Telugu horror-mystery film 418 follows 18-year-old Vivek, whose understanding of reality begins to unravel as he investigates a mysterious building associated with a medical college.
At the centre of the mystery is Room No. 418, which has remained locked and sealed for 15 years. As Vivek attempts to uncover the truth behind the room, his investigation takes him into increasingly unsettling territory.
The film combines horror and mystery, with the sealed room serving as the focal point of its suspenseful storyline.
7. Titans
Directed by Prince Joy, Titans is a Malayalam fantasy-comedy-thriller set in Fort Kochi.
The story follows Antony Yakuza, an overlooked member of a gang, who teams up with his roommate Anwar to plan one final heist. Their plans take an unexpected turn when a mysterious getaway driver named Rejimon enters the picture, introducing an unusual mix of crime and fantasy.
The film brings together elements of comedy, thriller and fantasy as the characters navigate their changing circumstances.
Which Movies Should You Watch This Friday?
The October 23 theatrical lineup offers options for different tastes. Those looking for action and humour can consider Udta Teer, while Tu Hai Meri Kiran explores the darker side of romance. Little Thomas combines family drama with comedy, and Pehle Pyaar Doosri Baar focuses on friendship and romantic complications.
For viewers interested in supernatural mysteries, 418 and Pyre offer suspense-driven stories, while Titans brings fantasy and crime together in a Malayalam-language setting.
With seven films spanning multiple genres and languages, this Friday’s releases provide moviegoers with a varied selection for their next cinema outing.