From 'Akka', 'Test' to 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood': Netflix’s 2025 line-up promises big entertainment

In 2025, Netflix is redefining storytelling by pushing creative boundaries like never before, delivering an unparalleled variety of world-class entertainment. From dreamy romcoms and high-stakes dramas to action-packed thrillers, beloved fan-favorite franchises, and laugh-out-loud comedies, there’s something for everyone. Here we take a look at the movies and web series announced on the slate announcement event of streaming service Netflix in Mumbai.

Aap Jaisa Koi: A heartwarming romantic drama that delves into the lives of two unique individuals, Shrirenu Tripathi (Madhavan) and Madhu Bose (Fatima Sana Shaikh).

Dhoom Dhaam: A timid momma’s boy and a daring wild child find themselves on the run from ruthless goons on their wedding night, finding love and chaos in a night of crazy adventures—all while searching for the elusive Charlie.

Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins: A jewel thief is hired by a powerful crime lord to steal the world’s most elusive diamond: the African Red Sun. His perfectly planned heist then takes a wild turn. Chaos, twists, and unexpected alliances unfold in this high-stakes race, making it a deadly game of deception and betrayal.

Nadaaniyan: A South Delhi diva, a middle-class overachiever boy, and one outrageous plan: Hire him as her fake boyfriend to save her squad. But when real feelings crash their party, can they handle the mess of falling in love? 

Test: The lives of three people converge during a historic cricket match, ultimately forcing them to make life-altering decisions.

Toaster: Murder and mayhem ensue as a miser gets fixated on a toaster he gifted for a wedding.

Akka: Set in the 1980s matriarchal society of a fictional city of Pernuru, South India, women reign supreme and power has a new name—Akka. A tale of gangster queens whose matriarchal rule is challenged when an outsider brings an unseen threat, spiraling the all-powerful sisterhood into a chaos storm of violence and survival.

Dabba Cartel: In VivaLife Society, men and women lead parallel lives—one caught in a pharma investigation, the other in drug peddling through a dabba delivery business.

Delhi Crime Season 3: When the search for an injured baby’s missing mother unravels a massive human trafficking operation in India, DIG Vartika Chaturvedi faces the most challenging case of her career. Pitted against the ruthless trafficker Meena, Vartika and her team—Neeti, Bhupi, and the rest—must follow a trail of clues that leads them to uncover a vast trafficking network stretching far beyond India’s borders. As the investigation intensifies, the stakes rise, and the case becomes a defining moment for Madam Sir.

Glory: A brutal attack shatters a family. Raghubir Singh, a legendary boxing coach, is forced to reunite with his estranged sons, Dev and Ravi. Old grudges flare. Blood demands blood. While the ring waits, Olympic glory teeters on the edge. Vengeance has a cost and secrets won't stay buried.

Khakee - The Bengal Chapter: In the Bengal of the early 2000s, where gangsters and politicians reign supreme, a decorated cop's death paves the way for a fearless IPS Arjun Maitra—an unrelenting force ready to take on the chaos and restore justice.

Kohrra Season 2: A woman separated from her husband is found brutally murdered in her brother’s home, and the case brings together the recently transferred Garundi with his new boss, the no-nonsense Dhanwant Kaur. But the two investigators soon realise that what’s as complicated as the case are the entanglements in their own personal lives.

Mandala Murders: In the quaint, mysterious town of Charandaspur, where fate, myth, and murder entwine, detectives Rea Thomas and Vikram Singh unravel a chilling conspiracy of ritualistic killings tied to a centuries-old secret society. A land of dark prophecies blurs the lines between victims, survivors and truth-seekers in a haunting game of destiny.

Rana Naidu Season 2: Rana Naidu embarks on one last job to secure his family’s future before getting out of the "fixing" business for good, but soon finds himself entangled in conflicts with his loved ones—and the looming threat of a ruthless underworld figure from his past.

Saare Jahan se Accha: In the volatile 1970s, a resilient Indian spy must defeat his counterpart across the border in a battle of wits and tradecraft to sabotage a nuclear program.

Super Subbu: Subbu, an unlucky young man, lands in a soup when he is assigned as an adult sex education teacher in a remote village called Makhipur. Amidst comedic chaos, Subbu must keep his job a secret from his strict, traditional father, survive the village, achieve his dreams and find true love, all while dealing with his own inexperience.

The Ba***ds of Bollywood: An ambitious outsider and his friends navigate the larger-than-life yet uncertain world of Bollywood. The series blends self-aware humor with a high-stakes narrative and promises a host of unforgettable cameos, blockbuster thrills and an adventurous ride into the world of Indian cinema.

The Royals: When Aviraaj Singh, the polo-playing, pleasure-seeking party prince, heir to the royal throne of Morpur, meets high-functioning, tightly wound ace CEO Sophia Kanmani Shekhar, sparks and insults fly as they reluctantly come together to save his royally dysfunctional family from financial ruin and to save her own leading startup of luxury homestays in India from shark investment bankers. The Royals is a breezy romcom served up with a side of dreamy palace life, under the blazing royal sun.

Anuja: Story of a gifted nine-year-old girl who, alongside her sister Palak, faces a life-changing opportunity that tests their bond and mirrors the struggles of girls worldwide.

Dining with the Kapoors: Step into the world of Bollywood’s most iconic family, where food, fun, legacy and film come together in a heartfelt and intimate showcase. Seen through the eyes of the family members, this feel-good narrative aims to give fans and audiences a sneak peek into the Kapoor Khaandaan, their memories of growing up together, their love for food and the family's relationship with cinema.

The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3: Comedian Kapil Sharma brings desi fun to an all-new season featuring celebrity guests, side-splitting gags and a dash of classic Indian charm.

Vir Das Fool Volume: Should you talk about your happiness? Should it be protected? Or shared? This is a question everyone in the world is asking themselves. A world that International Emmy®-winning comedian Vir Das takes you through in a truly global comedy special shot in Mumbai, London, New York City and Tokyo.

WWE: Netflix will be the exclusive home of the WWE’s flagship weekly wrestling program in the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America, with additional countries and regions added over time.